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How often should you shop for home insurance?

We’re moving into our very first home next month and already have our home insurance secured. I know our policy renews annually, but how often should we ship for home insurance?

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Claire Beaney · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s actually best to shop for home insurance on a yearly basis!
There is no rule or limits for how often you’re able to switch
home insurance
 policies, but shopping for quotes annually is the best way to make sure you’re not missing out on any deals or savings elsewhere.
When you shop for home insurance, make sure you obtain quotes from as many providers as possible.
And thanks to the
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A licensed broker that offers end-to-end support, the Jerry app gathers affordable quotes, helps you switch plans, and helps to cancel your old policy. Better yet, Jerry will help you bundle your [home and auto insurance]9
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