Landlord / Building Owner Articles
How to Beautify a Property (While Staying Within Budget)
As a landlord or rental property manager, deciding on updates to attract new renters can be difficult—especially now, with higher costs for both labor and materials. Property improvements like plumbing…
Hiring a Property Manager in the Greater New York City Area
Owning and renting properties can be a lucrative business endeavor but remains a serious undertaking, regardless of location. An overwhelming amount of time and energy often goes into learning the…
Do you have the right landlord insurance?
If your building is a rental property, then a standard homeowner or building insurance policy may not offer adequate protection. That’s where landlord insurance comes in. Rental properties face different…
Will Security Cameras Lower My Insurance Premiums?
Clients frequently ask us whether security cameras in their buildings will reduce their insurance premiums. Unfortunately, the answer is “no.” The sad fact is that too many business owners have…
Popular New York Property Insurance Coverage for City Building Owners
As discussed in previous articles, landlord insurance is a different animal than homeowner insurance. New York City building owners have different needs, as well as different options, than their counterparts…
7 Ways to Improve Building Safety and Security
As a building owner, you want to keep your building and your tenants safe. But in a world of increasing crime rates, it can be difficult. Many things can happen,…
FAQs on New York City Basement Apartments
Illegal basement apartments are among the most common infractions here in New York. Based on our site traffic, many building owners and tenants have questions about the legality of basement…
Save on Insurance Coverage with the New York Brick & Brownstone Program
Do you own a residential building in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens with 20 or fewer units? The New York Brick & Brownstone Program could improve your coverage and save you…
Best Practices and Safety Tips for Apartment Managers
The best way to save money on insurance is to lower your risk profile and avoid claims. In addition to the practices covered in our article on building a property…
Sidewalk Liability for New York City Landlords
The sidewalks around your building may belong to New York City. But the responsibility for maintenance and sidewalk liability belong to you. In fact, underwriters report that sidewalk-related injuries are…