Landlord / Building Owner Articles
COVID Evictions and Landlords’ Rights
The following article is a guest post by Janet Nina Esagoff, Esq. The New York City housing laws, which underwent a sea change in June 2019 in favor of tenants,…
How to Clear NYC Property Violations: Part II – OATH
This article is the second in a series on resolving property violations in New York City. Visit the other articles in this series, Part 1: How to Clear NYC Property…
Landlords, It’s Time for Spring Maintenance
Your property takes a beating in the winter. Snow, ice, winter storms and harsh conditions take their toll on buildings, both inside and out. Spring is not only the time…
How to Clear NYC Property Violations: Part 1 – HPD
This article is the first in a series on resolving property violations in New York City. Visit the other articles in this series, Part 2: How to Clear NYC Property…
Protect Your Property with Integrated Pest Management
Integrated pest management focuses on preventive measures, rather than pesticides, to keep homes pest-free. The best part? These practices are generally simple and inexpensive. Now that temperatures are heating…
Does Your Landlord Insurance Include Loss of Rents Coverage?
Most businesses can’t buy insurance against loss of income. If no one shops in a store or eats in a restaurant on a given day, the insurer won’t replace the…
Dog-Related Injuries Cause Almost $800 Million in Liability Claims
Man’s best friend doesn’t always act so friendly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the…
Sure It’s Insured? Watch Out for Common Insurance Misconceptions
Property, casualty and vehicle insurance can be complicated. This probably helps explain why some misconceptions about insurance persist, even among people who’ve been buying insurance for years. Here are some…
What Insurance Does a Landlord Need?
What insurance does a landlord need? This article covers both basic landlord insurance and optional coverage you may want to consider. If you’re considering renting out your property and you’re…
A Guide to Insuring Mixed-Use Buildings
Owners of small buildings in New York City face a number of insurance challenges. But for owners of mixed-use buildings - those properties with commercial space on the ground floor…