Renters Insurance — Big Protection, Small Price
Your landlord's policy covers the building. But your stuff? That's on you. Renters insurance protects everything you own for less than a cup of coffee a day.
Renters insurance protects your personal belongings and personal liability — your landlord's policy only covers the building itself. For most West Michigan renters, coverage costs just $15–$30 per month through Knight Family Agency, and bundling it with your auto policy often offsets most of the cost.
The Renter’s Blueprint: A Visual Guide
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Your Coverage at a Glance
Personal Property
Covers your furniture, electronics, clothing, and valuables if stolen or damaged by fire, water, or vandalism.
Liability Coverage
Pays legal and medical costs if someone is injured in your apartment and sues you — or if you accidentally damage someone else's property.
Additional Living Expenses
If your unit becomes uninhabitable after a covered loss, we cover hotel costs and extra living expenses while repairs are made.
Off-Premises Theft
Your belongings are covered even when you're not home — like items stolen from your car or a hotel room.
Medical Payments
Covers minor medical bills for guests injured in your home, regardless of fault — preventing small accidents from becoming big disputes.
Electronics & Valuables
Optional scheduled personal property coverage for high-value items like jewelry, cameras, and musical instruments.
Identity Theft Protection
Optional add-on that helps restore your identity and covers costs if your personal information is stolen.
Water Backup Coverage
Covers damage from sewer or drain backup — a more common claim than most renters expect.
Bundle Discount
Add renters to your auto policy and save on both — most renters pay $10–$20/month for complete protection.
The Knight Family Agency Difference
Surprisingly Affordable
Most renters pay $10–$20 per month for a solid policy. When bundled with auto, the net cost is often even lower thanks to multi-policy discounts.
Covers What Landlords Don't
Your landlord's insurance only covers the building. Your personal belongings — laptop, TV, furniture, clothes — are not covered unless you have renters insurance.
Coverage Anywhere You Go
Your belongings don't have to be in your apartment to be covered. Off-premises theft and travel coverage protect your stuff wherever you are.
Liability You Didn't Know You Needed
If a friend slips in your kitchen, or your dog bites a neighbor, renters liability protects you from costly lawsuits.
Easy Bundle with Auto
Most of our renters clients bundle with auto insurance. The discount often makes the renters policy essentially free.
Fast, Easy to Set Up
Renters insurance is one of the simplest policies to set up. Most clients are covered same-day after their quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore Coverage In Depth
Dive deeper into specific coverage topics — detailed guides written for West Michigan families and businesses.
Umbrella Insurance for Renters
Renters liability is $100K–$300K. An umbrella adds $1M+ of extra liability protection for about $15/month.
Why Renters Need Their Own Policy
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Protect Everything You Own for Under $20/Month
Get a renters insurance quote in minutes. Bundle with auto and you may pay nothing at all.