Home Contents Insurance covers you for the loss or damage of the contents of your home.

Low cost home contents insurance is widely available. Different policies offer different levels of cover but generally the contents of your home will be covered against loss or damage.

The FSA 'Money Made Clear' website sets out the

- Facts on insurance
- Types of insurance

Some local authorities and housing associations offer a home contents insurance scheme. The local authority or housing association website or local housing office may have details.