Umbrella insurance adds an extra layer of liability coverage above your home and auto policies — protecting your savings, assets, and future from unexpected lawsuits.
Your home and auto policies have liability limits — and if a serious accident happens, those limits can run out fast. A car accident with serious injuries, a slip-and-fall on your property, or a lawsuit can easily exceed $300,000 to $500,000 in damages. When your standard policy limit is exhausted, you pay the rest out of pocket.
An umbrella policy kicks in when your underlying coverage runs out — adding $1 million or more in protection for pennies per day. It's one of the most affordable and most overlooked forms of insurance available, and Brawner helps families across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Illinois put it in place.
Umbrella insurance is not just for the wealthy. Anyone with assets, savings, or a future income to protect should consider it. We'll help you decide if it makes sense for your situation.
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Umbrella insurance goes beyond your home and auto policy limits. Here's what it protects you from.
Covers medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering claims if someone is seriously injured and you're found liable — beyond your auto or home limits.
If you cause significant property damage in an accident — a major car crash, or damage to someone's home — umbrella picks up where your standard policy ends.
Covers claims of libel, slander, defamation, invasion of privacy, and false arrest — exposures most people don't realize their standard policies exclude.
Even if a lawsuit is unfounded, legal fees add up fast. Umbrella insurance covers your attorney fees and court costs — regardless of the outcome.
If you own rental property, umbrella extends your liability coverage beyond what your landlord policy provides — protecting you from tenant injury claims.
We'll check your current limits and show you exactly where umbrella protection helps.
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If someone is injured on your property — pool, trampoline, dog bite, slip and fall — and medical costs exceed your home policy limit, you're personally liable for the rest.
A serious car accident can result in damages far beyond your auto liability limits. If you drive regularly — or have teen drivers — umbrella gives you important extra coverage.
If you own rental property, you face elevated liability risk. Umbrella extends your coverage if a tenant or visitor is injured and your landlord policy limits aren't enough.
Teen drivers, social media liability, and active recreation increase your risk exposure. Umbrella insurance protects parents from claims arising from their children's activities.
Your future income is an asset. In a lawsuit, courts can garnish wages. Umbrella insurance protects both your current savings and your earning potential from judgments.
Dog bites and pet-related injuries are among the most common homeowner liability claims. If your pet injures someone, umbrella insurance can cover costs your home policy doesn't.
We'll review your current coverage limits and walk you through what an umbrella policy costs and covers — no obligation.
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We start by reviewing your existing home and auto liability limits to identify exactly where your protection gaps are.
We shop multiple carriers to find the umbrella policy that gives you the most protection at the best price for your situation.
Most policies start at $1 million. We'll help you decide the right coverage amount based on your assets and risk exposure.
Most umbrella policies can be bound quickly. We handle the paperwork and make sure your coverage starts without delay.
We help homeowners and families across four Midwest states add an extra layer of liability protection above their standard policies.
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Most $1 million umbrella policies cost between $150 and $300 per year — often less than a dollar a day. Additional million-dollar increments typically add $50–$75 per year. It's one of the most affordable forms of insurance available relative to the protection it provides.
Home and auto policies have liability limits — typically $100,000 to $300,000. Serious accidents and lawsuits can easily exceed that. Umbrella insurance picks up where those policies end, protecting your savings, investments, and future income from judgments against you.
Umbrella insurance doesn't cover your own injuries or property damage — it covers liability to others. It also typically excludes intentional acts, business-related liability (you need a separate commercial policy for that), and damage from certain vehicles. We'll walk you through any exclusions that apply to your situation.
A common rule of thumb is to carry at least as much umbrella coverage as your total net worth. If you have significant assets, a home, savings, or a high income, we typically recommend starting at $1–$2 million. We'll help you determine the right amount for your situation.
Most carriers require you to have your underlying home and auto policies with them — or at minimum meet minimum liability limits on those policies. We'll review what you have and find an umbrella policy that works with your existing coverage structure.
Many umbrella policies extend coverage worldwide for personal liability — but coverage details vary by carrier. If you travel frequently or have international exposure, we'll make sure your policy includes the protection you need.
For less than a dollar a day, umbrella insurance adds an extra layer of security above your home and auto coverage. Let us help you put it in place.
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