What Is Fair Market Value?

If you have total loss of one of your guns, many types of insurance policy will reimburse you up to the item’s fair market value. In this case, the term “fair market value” actually has a pretty specific meaning that can be important for insurance policyholders to know. This blog answers key questions about this tricky term, including what fair market value means, how to [...]

What Is Stolen Firearm Liability?

Theft goes up this time of year, increasing your risk of a break-in. If your guns are stolen from your car or home, could you be held responsible for what is done with them? Here’s what to know and how to minimize your risks. About the Theft of Firearms Stolen firearms are a problem. On average, more than 200,000 firearms are stolen every year. It’s [...]

5 Types of Firearm Risks for Recreational Land Use

A piece of recreational land you can use for hunting and shooting sports is a dream of many. For some outdoor enthusiasts, that dream comes in the form of buying and owning your own parcel of land. For others, simply knowing someone who will allow you to use their land, either for free or for a small fee, is enough. Yet in any case, there [...]

Safe Firearm Storage Tips

Safe firearm storage is an important part of being a responsible gun owner. Every year, a number of incidents occur due to improper storage. While these incidents are always unfortunate, many of them may be preventable. Whether you keep guns at home or have them with you on the go, here are tips to maximize safety and minimize the risk of an accident. Storing Firearms [...]

5 Common Myths About Insurance

Lack of good information has led to plenty of misconceptions about insurance, particularly in the firearm industry. To help clarify, here’s the truth behind five common myths about insurance. 1. “All insurance is basically the same.” One common misconception is that all insurance is basically the same. The thought is that “most types of insurance policies work the same way” or that “all policies of [...]

10 Insurance Terms Explained in Plain English

If you don’t regularly deal with insurance issues, the insurance terms you encounter when shopping for coverage can be a real stumbling block. Even for old pros, a fresh perspective on a familiar topic can help you better understand what really matters. Here’s a look at 10 common but confusing insurance terms explained in plain English to make your Lockton Affinity Outdoor insurance buying experience [...]

Why Homeowners Insurance May Not Cover All Your Guns

Another summer homebuying season is winding down, with many new homeowners purchasing insurance to protect their homes and property. But for those homeowners who are also gunowners, it’s important to know that a general homeowners insurance policy may not cover all your guns. Here’s what to know. What Is Homeowners Insurance? According to the Insurance Information Institute, homeowners insurance is designed to provide financial protection [...]

Why Prompt Claim Reporting Matters

It’s hard to make an accurate prediction about the outcome when a liability claim first comes to your attention. Some incidents resolve simply, while others do not. However, for those that delay the reporting of a claim to their insurer, the outcome is almost always worse than it otherwise could have been with prompt reporting. The timing of a liability claim resulting from an alleged [...]

Does Your Gun Club Need Club Insurance?

Outdoor activities are always more fun when enjoyed with others who share your passion, which is why many participate in gun sports and activities by joining a club or organization. Yet gun clubs face a variety of risks. There’s always the chance that someone gets hurt, property gets damaged or the club gets blamed for something going wrong. Here’s how the right insurance may be [...]

All About Insurance Renewals

Most insurance policies are designed to renew every year. If you have questions your renewal, not to worry. Here’s what to know about renewing your insurance when you have Lockton Affinity Outdoor coverage. What Is an Insurance Renewal? An insurance renewal is a process that takes place at the end of your coverage’s policy period. Policy periods typically last a year, so this is an [...]

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