Coverage from a personal umbrella policy typically extends beyond incidents at your home, even if you are traveling outside of the country. For example, if your car slides on the ice and causes damage to another vehicle, your umbrella policy will likely cover damage that exceeds your auto policy's limits within the stated limits of your umbrella insurance coverage.

Your umbrella policy may also help provide protection for something not covered by your home or auto policy. For instance, if your husband rents a snowmobile while on a winter getaway, and is involved in an accident that results in property damage and physical injury to another person, your umbrella policy may help pay for the costs of repairs and medical bills of the injured individual, even if you do not have snowmobile insurance.

Umbrella insurance protection may also extend beyond physical damage, providing financial help (within stated limits) if you're sued for libel or slander. So, if your teenager's strong opinion about a business on social media results in a lawsuit, an umbrella policy will likely help cover legal fees and, if necessary, pay for fines or damages.

Keep in mind that not everything is covered by a personal umbrella policy, regardless of whether it is in or out of your home. Your personal belongings and business, even if it is run out of your home, will most likely not be covered. Talk to your insurance provider to be sure exactly who and what your umbrella policy covers, and ask if there is any additional coverage you need to consider.