The right choice of insurance is the key to effective savings. But how to understand all the nuances if you are not an expert in the field of insurance in Germany? 

There is a risk of purchasing what you want really нnot required, and as a consequence, spend extra money.

In my practice, there are often cases when people have insurance that they absolutely Not needed. However, they have to pay for them. 

 

How to avoid overpayments and choose suitable policies

Name the insurance useless possible if she does not suit your situation and does not solve your problems.

It's important to understand the world of insurance to avoid overpaying for unnecessary policies. let's consider 10 types of insurance, which often turn out to be unnecessary:

1. Insurance "Road assistance Pannenhilfe-Versicherung"

Why might it not be profitable?

This insurance is often more expensive than the alternative Schutzbrief in auto insurance. If you already have auto insurance, consider adding an option Schutzbrief.

2. Home contents insurance Hausratversicherung

Why might it not be profitable?

Home contents insurance Hausratversicherung is a popular type of insurance. However, you can add this insurance to the category of useless if it excludes option to insure bicycles against theft based on the time or place of theft, as well as conditions for the cost of the castle.

3. Personal liability insurance Privathaftpflichtversicherung

Why might it not be profitable?

Personal liability insurance Privathaftpflichtversicherung, in which there are no points that concern keys, property in the rented apartment Mietsachschäden. And also if not bad debt coverage (in case the person who caused the damage does not have their own insurance or finances). In addition, pay attention:

  1. Insured amount from 20 million euros to ensure sufficient protection.
  2. Possibility of including glass cover and insurance against loss of keys.
  3. Deliktunfähige Kinder liability coverage for children under 7 years of age who are legally incompetent.
  4. Gefälligkeitsschäden - a recommendation to include protection against damage caused during the provision of assistance to avoid financial losses to friends and acquaintances.
  5. Covers damage caused by opening a car door if you are a passenger (or your child), preventing the driver from being downgraded to a driver's SF class when the damage is paid.

4. Pension insurance Riester-Rente

Why might it not be profitable?

For some groups of people, such as high income individuals, families without children, bachelors and people over 50 years old, pension insurance Riester-Rente may not be the optimal choice. Instead, it makes sense to consider alternative investment vehicles, such as individual investments in securities, bonds, funds or real estate. These options can provide higher returns in the long term.

5. Comprehensive insurance

Why might it not be profitable?

Comprehensive insurance, which include about 5 pieces, and you cannot refuse one unnecessary one without giving up the one you need. It turns out to be a trap and you pay 2-3 times more for what you need than you could.

6. Long-term contracts

Why might it not be profitable?

Long-term contracts, as a rule, involve fixed obligations for a long period. Your needs may change, making such agreements less flexible and adaptable to your situation.

7. Bicycle insurance against theft only

Why might it not be profitable?

This insurance is not needed if your bike costs less than 1000 euros or if you are not a professional cyclist. It is much cheaper to insure your bike against theft using an additional option in Hausratversicherung.

8. Risikolebensversicherung

Why might it not be profitable?

Requires careful analysis to determine the need for a specific situation. Consider life insurance as part of your overall financial security strategy.

9. Disability insurance

Why might it not be profitable?

Not always necessary and may be redundant in some cases. Analyze your situation and risks to make an informed decision

10. Mobile phone insurance against damage and loss

Why might it not be profitable?

Study the insurance conditions in detail. For example, restrictions on types of breakdowns or loss events may make this insurance impractical. Consider an Alternative: Home Contents Insurance Hausratversicherung. It can provide a wider range of protection not only for your cell phone but also for other valuable items in your home.
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