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💎 Coverage for What Matters to You

A standard homeowners, renters, or condo policy only covers valuables like jewelry, art, or collectibles up to a certain limit—and often only for specific perils. That’s where a Personal Articles Floater (PAF) comes in.

This standalone or add-on policy provides broader protection for your most prized possessions, often with worldwide coverage, and without a deductible.

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🛡️ What Can Be Covered?

If it’s valuable and unique, we can help protect it. Commonly insured items include:

  • Engagement rings & fine jewelry

  • Luxury watches

  • Fine art & sculptures

  • Antiques & heirlooms

  • Firearms & rare collections

  • Designer handbags & fashion

  • High-end bicycles or sports equipment

  • Musical instruments

  • Cameras & electronics

  • Rare books, wine, or memorabilia

If it’s meaningful to you and would be expensive to replace, ask us—there’s likely coverage available.

✅ Benefits of a Personal Articles Floater

  • Broader Protection – Covers accidental loss, mysterious disappearance, and breakage—losses not typically covered under a standard home policy

  • No Deductible – Most floaters are deductible-free for quicker and more complete claims

  • Agreed Value – In many cases, you’ll know in advance exactly what you’ll be paid if an item is lost or stolen

  • Worldwide Coverage – Your valuables are covered at home, while traveling, or even abroad

💡 Good to Know

  • Most carriers require appraisals or receipts for high-value items

  • You can schedule one item or many—customize the policy to your needs

  • We can quote this as an endorsement on your homeowners policy or as a standalone floater

🙋 FAQ

Is this the same as contents coverage on my home policy?
No. Standard policies cover belongings only up to certain sublimits—and usually exclude accidental loss or mysterious disappearance. A floater gives you dedicated, broader coverage.

What if I lose an item while traveling?
PAF coverage usually applies worldwide. Whether something is stolen in Europe or lost in your backyard, you’re covered.

Can I cover a new item before I get an appraisal?
Some carriers allow temporary coverage with proof of purchase, but long-term coverage may require a recent appraisal. We’ll guide you through the process.

📞 Ready to Protect Your Valuables?

We’ll help you list, value, and properly protect the things that matter most. Whether it’s a single engagement ring or an entire collection, we’ll make sure it’s covered right.

Call: 805-328-5001
Email: chris@aecinsuranceservices.com

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