RentCafe makes it easy to check one important item off your move-in checklist: renters insurance

Good news: RentCafe applicants now have a convenient way to sign up for renters insurance as soon as their application is approved.   

Renters insurance is typically mandatory for any apartment lease. To meet this requirement, you can enroll* directly through the RentCafe portal as soon as your apartment application is approved. This service, offered through RentCafe’s sister division, ResidentShield, is a simple, affordable way to meet lease requirements and protect your personal belongings while renting. 

So, if you’re applying for an apartment, planning your move-in, or rethinking your current coverage, this is one benefit worth knowing about. 

Why ResidentShield renters insurance is a good fit for you 

ResidentShield policies are built around how renters live today. They offer coverage for personal property like furniture, housewares, and electronics, with flexible coverage limits to fit different needs and budgets.  

Policies also include liability coverage, protecting you if someone gets hurt in your apartment, or if you accidentally cause damage to someone else’s property. And if your home becomes unlivable due to a covered loss, you get coverage that helps pay for temporary living expenses. 

Coverage comes with perks that renters appreciate:  

• No credit checks  

• No hidden fees 

• Premiums that won’t increase because of past claims 

Policies also include optional add-ons, such as:  

• Pet damage coverage  

• Water or sewer backup coverage (availability varies by state) 

• The ability to include up to four non-related roommates on one policy 

Extras like paperless billing, easy online policy access, and medical payments coverage (up to certain limits) are included at no additional cost. 

How to purchase renters insurance in RentCafe 

One of the biggest advantages of ResidentShield renters insurance is how seamlessly it fits into the RentCafe applicant experience. Once your apartment lease application is approved, you can sign up for renters insurance right in the RentCafe portal, as part of your move-in steps. Not renting through RentCafe? No problem. You can still get a personalized quote anytime.  

And if you’re already a RentCafe resident, switching from another renters insurance provider to ResidentShield is quick and straightforward, right in your RentCafe portal.  

Your renters insurance can earn you Rewards points 

The best part about signing up for ResidentShield renters insurance? If you’re a RentCafe Rewards member, you earn points every month your renters insurance policy stays active. That’s right, you are rewarded for things you’re already paying for as a renter. We call that a win-win. 

Points can be redeemed for perks like gift cards, travel, or dining experiences. The longer you keep your coverage, the more rewards you can enjoy, including access to exclusive local discounts and deals.  

Read more about RentCafe Rewards and how to enroll.  

Buying renters insurance through RentCafe makes protecting yourself, your belongings, and your budget simple, convenient, and rewarding. It’s designed to meet lease requirements, support modern renters, and offer straightforward coverage. 

RentCafe renter essentials, such as electricity, internet, or rent payment reporting, are built to make apartment living easier. 

*Available to applicants and residents at select properties.