Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make—but choosing the right insurance policy can be just as important.

On this episode of The Next Move Podcast, Jennifer Bruns and Matt Dick sit down with Jacob Neading of Goosehead Insurance to discuss everything homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors need to know about protecting one of their biggest assets.

Jacob shares valuable insight into today's insurance market, common coverage mistakes, replacement cost vs. market value, deductibles, Texas-specific risks, and why working with an independent insurance broker can help you find the right protection—not just the lowest premium.

Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, investing, or simply reviewing your current homeowners policy, this episode is packed with practical advice that can save you thousands of dollars and provide peace of mind.

In This Episode We Cover:

• Understanding homeowners insurance
• Replacement cost vs. market value
• Deductibles and coverage options
• Wind, hail & Texas insurance considerations
• Insurance requirements during the buying process
• Coverage for investment properties
• Common mistakes homeowners make
• Why independent insurance brokers provide more options

Featured Guest

Jacob Neading
Goosehead Insurance

📧 Jacob.Neading@goosehead.com

📞 Office: 512-368-9010

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neading_insurance/

🌐 Goosehead Insurance: https://www.goosehead.com/

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