Landlord / Building Owner Articles
Before Filing a Claim, Ask Yourself These Questions
Even though homeowners insurance provides critical financial protection, no one enjoys paying insurance premiums. It’s no surprise that many people think about filing a claim with their homeowners insurance when…
Stay Safe During National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month, making this a good time to review electrical safety. Electricity can be dangerous, whether the hazard is a crane contacting an overhead line or…
Dog-Related Injuries Cause $1.12 Billion 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…
Disaster Response Planning for New York City Landlords
An emergency can strike at any time, whether it’s a natural disaster, a gas line explosion, or something else. The time to review your disaster response plan is before an…
Ordinance or Law Insurance Coverage: Protecting NYC Property Owners Against Building Code Changes
In an older city like New York, Ordinance or Law coverage makes a lot of sense for building owners. Also known as building ordinance coverage, it protects property owners against…
A Guide to Insuring Mixed-Use Buildings
When shopping for investment opportunities in the New York City area, prospective building owners often encounter mixed-use properties. These buildings combine commercial and residential space, and they’re found throughout the…
HPD Publishes 2024 Edition of The ABCs of Housing
New York City’s Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) recently released the 2024 version of its housing information guide, The ABCs of Housing. The biggest change: There are now…
11 Tips for New Landlords in the New York City Area
Good tenants—those who pay rent on time and keep rentals in good condition—are always looking for a great landlord who owns a space that meets their needs. You could be…
Can I Protect My Rental Property with Homeowners Insurance?
You’ve just bought a rental property or you’re about to rent your home. Maybe you’ve inherited a home and want to rent it rather than sell it. Or you’ve bought…
Does Your Landlord Insurance Include Loss of Rents Coverage?
What happens when a rental property can’t be lived in due to fire, a natural disaster, or some other factor? Everybody loses: The tenant has nowhere to live, and the…