Ahlbum Insurance Group
2000 Banks Rd, Ste 209, Margate, FL 33063
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2000 Banks Rd, Ste 209, Margate, FL 33063
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531 FL-7, Margate, FL 33068
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531 N State Rd, #7, Margate, FL 33063
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8092 West Sample Road, Margate, FL 33065
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1867 Banks Rd, Margate, FL 33063
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6250 NW 1st St, Margate, FL 33063
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1507 N State Rd 7, Suite E, Margate, FL 33063
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996 S State Road 7, Margate, FL 33068
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Learn about insurance coverage options specific to Margate residents.
Margate home insurance costs $5,000-$8,000/year due to hurricane risk. Learn about wind coverage, flood insurance, and mitigation discounts that save 20-40%.
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General Insurance EducationComplete insurance guide for Margate residents covering auto, home, and flood insurance in Broward County. Learn about Florida's no-fault system and costs.
Home insurance in Margate typically costs between $5,000 and $8,000 annually, though costs vary significantly based on your home's age, construction, proximity to water, and hurricane-resistant features. Homes with newer roofs, impact windows, and strong wind mitigation features can qualify for substantial discounts, while older properties or those in higher-risk areas may face even higher premiums.
Yes, flood insurance is highly recommended for most Margate homeowners, even if you're not in a designated high-risk flood zone. The city's low elevation, canal system, and proximity to the Everglades create flood risks that standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover. Flood policies are separate and can be purchased through the National Flood Insurance Program or private insurers, often for just a few hundred dollars annually in lower-risk areas.
A wind mitigation inspection is a formal assessment of your home's hurricane-resistant features, including roof shape, roof-to-wall attachments, window protection, and secondary water resistance. It typically costs $75 to $150 and can save you 20% to 40% on your insurance premiums by documenting features that reduce wind damage risk. In Margate's expensive insurance market, this inspection usually pays for itself within months.
Homeowners insurance (HO-3) covers the entire structure and your belongings, while condo insurance (HO-6) covers only your unit's interior, personal property, and liability. In Margate's many condo communities, the HOA's master policy covers the building exterior and common areas. You need to review both policies carefully to ensure there are no gaps in coverage, especially for interior improvements and loss assessments.
Citizens Property Insurance is Florida's state-backed insurer of last resort, created to provide coverage when private insurers won't. While it can be your only option in some situations, Citizens is designed as a temporary solution and has been raising rates significantly. If you're placed with Citizens, continue shopping with private insurers, especially after making home improvements, as you may find better coverage options at competitive rates.
The most effective ways to reduce premiums include installing hurricane shutters or impact windows, replacing older roofs, getting wind mitigation and four-point inspections, and bundling home and auto insurance. Many insurers also offer discounts for monitored security systems, being claims-free, and having strong ties to the roof deck. Shopping with multiple carriers annually can also reveal significant savings, as rates vary widely between insurers.
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