Why do real estate appraisers need business insurance?
An inaccurate valuation could have a big financial impact on your small business. Real estate appraiser insurance can help you bounce back from lawsuits, injuries, and other financial losses. Some insurance policies, such as workers' compensation, may be required by law.
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What types of insurance do real estate appraisers need?
These insurance policies cover the most common appraiser risks.
Errors and omissions insurance
This policy covers the cost of lawsuits related to work performance and business decisions. It’s also called real estate appraiser E&O insurance or professional liability insurance.
- Accusations of inaccurate appraisals
- Missed deadlines for appraisals
- Mistake in a commercial appraisal
General liability insurance
This policy covers basic real estate appraiser risks, such as customer property damage and injuries. Bundle it with property insurance for savings in a business owner’s policy.
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Damaged customer property
- Libel and other advertising injuries
Workers’ compensation insurance
Most states require workers' comp for real estate appraisal firms that have employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.
- Employee medical expenses
- Disability benefits
- Employee injury lawsuits
Business owner’s policy
A business owner's policy, or BOP, is a cost-effective way for real estate appraisers to buy commercial property insurance and general liability coverage together.
- Customer bodily injuries
- Damaged customer property
- Business property damage and theft
Commercial auto insurance
This policy is required for business-owned vehicles. It can help pay for medical bills and damages after an accident, along with vehicle theft, vandalism, and weather damage.
- Car accidents
- Vandalism and theft
- Weather damage
Cyber insurance
This policy helps cover costs related to data breaches and cyberattacks. It's strongly recommended for any small business that handles sensitive data.
- Customer notification expenses
- Data recovery efforts
- Fraud monitoring costs
How much does insurance cost for real estate professionals?
A small real estate business will pay less for insurance than a larger company.
Factors that affect premiums include:
- Real estate services offered, such as appraisals
- Business property and equipment
- Business income
- Types of insurance purchased
- Policy limits and deductibles
- History of insurance claims
How do I get real estate appraiser business insurance?
It's easy to get business insurance for real estate appraisers or personal property appraisers if you have your company information on hand. Our application will ask for basic facts about your business, such as revenue and number of employees. You can buy a policy online and get a certificate of insurance with Insureon in three easy steps:
- Complete a free online application
- Compare insurance quotes and choose policies
- Pay for your policy and download a certificate
Insureon's licensed insurance agents work with top-rated U.S. providers to find the right insurance coverage for your appraisal business, whether you work independently or hire employees.
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