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Country Financial Renters Insurance Review 2024
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Country Financial
5.0
Coverage optionsRatings are based on the number of coverage options a company offers in comparison to other insurers.
DiscountsRatings are based on the number of discounts a company offers in comparison to other insurers.
NAIC complaintsRatings are based on complaints to state regulators relative to a company’s size, according to three years’ worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC.
Pros
- Far fewer consumer complaints than expected for a company of its size.
- Various ways to customize your policy.
- Many discounts available.
Cons
- Doesn't offer online quotes.
- Not available in all states.
Country Financial
5.0
Coverage optionsRatings are based on the number of coverage options a company offers in comparison to other insurers.
DiscountsRatings are based on the number of discounts a company offers in comparison to other insurers.
NAIC complaintsRatings are based on complaints to state regulators relative to a company’s size, according to three years’ worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC.
Pros
- Far fewer consumer complaints than expected for a company of its size.
- Various ways to customize your policy.
- Many discounts available.
Cons
- Doesn't offer online quotes.
- Not available in all states.
About Country Financial renters insurance
5.0
NerdWallet ratingCountry Financial renters insurance earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall performance. Based in Bloomington, Illinois, Country Financial has been selling insurance for nearly 100 years. Country Financial renters insurance may be right for you if you’re looking for solid coverage options and good customer service. But you can’t buy a policy online, and the company serves only 19 states.
Based on its star rating, Country Financial is among NerdWallet’s Best Renters Insurance Companies for 2024.
Our star ratings are based on consumer complaint data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners; financial strength grades from AM Best; coverage and discounts available; and the overall consumer experience. See our criteria for evaluating renters insurance companies.
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Where Country Financial stands out
Consumer complaints. The company’s extra-low volume of complaints suggests that Country Financial’s policyholders are generally happy with their coverage.
Discounts. Country Financial offers plenty of ways to save on your policy, which may help offset rates that are slightly above the national average.
Where Country Financial falls short
Availability. Country Financial renters policies are available in fewer than half of U.S. states.
Online quotes. You won’t be able to plug in your details and get a quick quote on the Country Financial site. Instead, you’ll need to work with an agent to determine your coverage and rate.
State availability
Country Financial sells policies in 19 states.
Country Financial renters insurance coverage
Landlords sometimes require tenants to purchase a policy with a minimum amount of renters liability insurance, but otherwise, the coverage you choose is generally up to you. Below are the four types of coverage included in most standard renters policies:
Type of coverage | What it does |
---|---|
Covers your clothing, furniture, electronics and other belongings. | |
Pays for hotel stays, restaurant meals or other expenses if you have to live elsewhere while your home undergoes covered repairs. | |
Pays out if you're responsible for injuries to other people or damage to their property. | |
Covers injuries to other people in your home, regardless of fault. |
For more details, see What Does Renters Insurance Cover?
Besides the usual coverage, Country Financial may include refrigerated food coverage in its standard policies, depending on where you live. This coverage can pay for the cost of spoiled food if your refrigerator isn't working due to a covered loss.
If you need more coverage, you can add the following options:
Coverage for high-value items. Like most renters policies, Country Financial insurance has limits on how much it will pay for valuable items like jewelry and firearms. If your belongings are worth more, you may want to insure them separately to make sure they’re covered. An appraisal may be required.
Premier coverage for personal property. This upgrade means Country Financial will cover your belongings not only for standard problems such as fire and theft, but also for scenarios like broken antiques and appliances damaged by power surges.
Replacement cost coverage. If you have older items, such as a 3-year-old computer or a 10-year-old mattress, a standard policy would pay only their current value if they were stolen or destroyed. Adding replacement cost coverage means Country Financial will pay you enough to buy brand-new items.
Identity theft coverage. If someone steals your identity, this coverage can pay for some associated expenses and provide a specialist to help you get back on your feet.
Water backup coverage. This endorsement pays for damage if water backs up into your home from a drain, sewer or malfunctioning sump pump.
Country Financial renters insurance rates
Country Financial renters insurance costs $185 a year on average, according to NerdWallet’s rate analysis. That’s more expensive than the national average of $148 a year.
Discounts
You may be able to save on your renters policy by:
Buying more than one Country Financial policy.
Going at least five years without filing a claim.
Making payments on time for at least three years.
Being a new Country Financial policyholder.
Renewing your Country Financial policy.
Consumer complaints
Country Financial had far fewer than the expected number of complaints to state regulators relative to its size for home insurance, according to three years’ worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. (NAIC home insurance complaints cover other home policy types, including mobile home, renters and condo insurance.)
Consumer experience
Website: The Country Financial website offers most of the basic services you’d expect, including bill payment, claims filing and coverage information. The site also has some limited content in Spanish. However, you can’t get a quote or buy a policy online.
App: You can use the Country Financial app to report and track claims, manage payments, see policy information and contact your representative.
Claims: Customers can start and track claims online, in the app or by calling 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879).
Customer service: You can contact Country Financial at 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879) or through the contact form here.
Current Product
NerdWallet rating NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula incorporates discounts, coverage options, website transparency, financial strength, complaint data and more. 5.0 /5 | NerdWallet rating NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula incorporates discounts, coverage options, website transparency, financial strength, complaint data and more. 5.0 /5 | NerdWallet rating NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula incorporates discounts, coverage options, website transparency, financial strength, complaint data and more. 4.5 /5 |
Complaints to NAIC Ratings are based on complaints to state regulators relative to a company's size, according to three years' worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Far fewer than expected | Complaints to NAIC Ratings are based on complaints to state regulators relative to a company's size, according to three years' worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Far fewer than expected | Complaints to NAIC Ratings are based on complaints to state regulators relative to a company's size, according to three years' worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Close to expected |
Coverage Ratings are based on the types of coverage a company offers in comparison to other insurers. About average | Coverage Ratings are based on the types of coverage a company offers in comparison to other insurers. About average | Coverage Ratings are based on the types of coverage a company offers in comparison to other insurers. About average |
Discounts Ratings are based on the number of discounts a company offers in comparison to other insurers. Great set of discounts | Discounts Ratings are based on the number of discounts a company offers in comparison to other insurers. Great set of discounts | Discounts Ratings are based on the number of discounts a company offers in comparison to other insurers. Great set of discounts |
Bottom line Country Financial sells renters insurance through local representatives in 19 states. | Bottom line Ideal for renters who value coverage and customer service. | Bottom line Renters insurance coverage with a few useful add-ons. |
Other home insurance companies to consider
Not ready to make a decision? You may be interested in these other renters insurance companies:
Country Financial sells various types of insurance including auto, motorcycle, homeowners, life and business. Learn more with our Country Financial auto insurance review and home insurance review.
You can call the company at 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879) or use the “request a quote” service on the website to have a representative call you. Online quotes aren’t available.
Yes. Depending on where you live, you may not be covered for injuries caused by the following dog breeds: pit bull, chow, Rottweiler, Akita, wolf, wolf-dog or Fila Brasileiro (or any hybrid of these breeds). In some cases, you may not be able to get a Country Financial renters policy at all if you own one of these dogs.
Country Financial sells various types of insurance including auto, motorcycle, homeowners, life and business. Learn more with our
Country Financial auto insurance review
and
home insurance review
.
You can call the company at 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879) or use the “request a quote” service on the website to have a representative call you. Online quotes aren’t available.
Yes. Depending on where you live, you may not be covered for injuries caused by the following dog breeds: pit bull, chow, Rottweiler, Akita, wolf, wolf-dog or Fila Brasileiro (or any hybrid of these breeds). In some cases, you may not be able to get a Country Financial renters policy at all if you own one of these dogs.
Methodology
Renters insurance star ratings methodology
NerdWallet’s renters insurance ratings reward companies for customer-first features and practices. Ratings are based on weighted averages of scores in several categories, including financial strength, consumer complaints, coverage options, discounts and online experience. These ratings are a guide, but we encourage you to shop around and compare several insurance quotes to find the best rate for you. NerdWallet does not receive compensation for any reviews. Read our full renters insurance rating methodology.
Insurer complaints methodology
NerdWallet examined complaints received by state insurance regulators and reported to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in 2020-2022. To assess how insurers compare to one another, the NAIC calculates a complaint index each year for each subsidiary, measuring its share of total complaints relative to its size, or share of total premiums in the industry. To evaluate a company’s complaint history, NerdWallet calculated a similar index for each insurer, weighted by market shares of each subsidiary, over the three-year period. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Ratios are determined separately for auto, home (including renters and condo) and life insurance.
Renters insurance rates methodology
To find the average cost of renters insurance in the U.S., NerdWallet calculated the median rate for 30-year-old tenants from multiple insurance companies in every ZIP code across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Sample tenants were nonsmokers with good credit and no recent claims, living in a two-bedroom apartment. They had a $500 deductible and the following coverage limits:
$30,000 in personal property coverage.
$100,000 in liability coverage.
$10,000 in additional living expenses coverage.
$1,000 in medical payments coverage.
We made minor changes to the sample policy in cases where rates for the above coverage limits or deductibles weren’t available.
We then compared the insurer's median rates to the median rates for other companies.
These are sample rates generated through Quadrant Information Services. Your own rates will be different.
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