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How long does it take to get home insurance?

I’m closing on my house soon and my lender is requiring I present proof of insurance. By soon I mean we’re closing in two weeks. I know I’ve waited last minute to look for home insurance, but buying a house is such a stressful process and it slipped my mind. How long does it take to get home insurance?

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Rachel Juillerat · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Buying a home is one of the top five most stressful things a person can do in their life, but it’s well worth it! It can take anywhere from a couple of minutes to a couple of days to get your
home insurance
policy set up.
If that seems like a wide timeframe, that’s because it is. Each company operates differently. Some companies can do almost instantaneous policies. Some companies may require a home inspection, prolonging the start of your policy. Older homes will likely require a home inspection.
But don’t worry; with two weeks until your closing, you have plenty of time to shop around with multiple companies to help you find the best deals. Try using the
Jerry
app to compare personalized rates from the nation’s top providers.
Jerry does all the work of pulling quotes and finding the best deals so you don’t have to. And, Jerry will even look into bundling your home and auto policies for extra savings.
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