Your new home will have to be insured. Not only is your home likely your largest investment, but your mortgage lender will require insurance to protect their investment.
It is wise to look for insurance early in the process as your lender will require proof of insurance at closing as well as proof that the insurance is paid for. Recently there seem to be more potential problems with obtaining insurance. Insurance companies are starting to look at the subject home's history of claims as well as your personal history. If you have a particular breed of dog, or an unusual home, an insurer might hesitate to offer you insurance.
Below are some of the many insurance agencies in the area. You can find many more by searching on the internet, or looking in the telephone book.
