Does insurance cover open house or showing accidents?

Not always—but tailored coverage helps: 

  • General liability does not automatically include injuries or property damage during showings unless you have a showing-specific or “open house” endorsement (also called contingent liability coverage). 
  • Without it, you may personally bear the cost if a visitor is hurt or property is damaged at a showing—even if you weren’t negligent. 
  • E&O insurance may cover errors related to transaction advice—but not physical injury during an open house. 

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