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Car insurance "homeowner question"

My car insurance application has a question of whether I am a home owner or not? Does it mean my registered address?

I ask because I currently rent the house I live in but also own a property for letting out. So should I tick the box or not?

Thanks

Comments

  • Filip
    Filip Posts: 54 Forumite
    Just answer the question as it is asked. If it just says 'are you a homeowner?' then answer yes, if it says are you a homeowner AND is that home your permanent address? Then answer no.
  • Kynthia
    Kynthia Posts: 5,692 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    I'm always unsure what to put if the property is in your spouse's name. If you out that you aren't a homeowner it then asks if you rent or live with family, so would I use the latter?
    Don't listen to me, I'm no expert!
  • System
    System Posts: 178,390 Community Admin
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    If it says do you have an enormous mortgage which you are stuggling to pay, and may well default on, say Yes.
    If you pay a nominal rent for your own company's luxury penthouse suite, say No.

    Let them draw the conclusions. :)
    This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com
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