Landlord / Building Owner Articles
A Guide to Landlord Property Maintenance for NYC Building Owners
There’s always a to-do list when it comes to landlord property maintenance, whether you own a multi-family brownstone in Park Slope or an apartment building in Astoria. Something always needs…
7 Tips for Lower Landlord Insurance, Landlord Policy Rates
Owners of apartment buildings and brownstones can lower their insurance premiums by creating a building profile for the insurance company. Simply, this document presents the building in the most favorable…
How to Choose Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
In our litigious society, association boards and property managers need to protect themselves against legal action. Consider the following examples of actual disputes: One association board spent $1 million defending…
Quiz: Test Your Fire Safety Knowledge
The Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) responds to more than 2,000 structural fires (those that occur in buildings) each month. Hopefully, you’ll never be involved in such an…
Request a Free Tree from the NYC Parks Department
Did you know that New York City property owners can request to have a free tree planted on their street? Among its many duties, the New York City Department of…
Does Your Insurance Policy Match the Property Deed?
Does the name on your insurance policy match the name on your property deed? This might sound like a trick question. Unfortunately, it’s a situation that we’ve encountered a couple…
Considerations for Finishing a New York City Basement or Cellar
While finishing a basement can expand a home’s living space, this home improvement project carries additional considerations in the five boroughs. Other blog posts address New York City requirements for basement…
A Move-in Checklist for NYC Area Landlords
Your tenant has signed a lease. The moving date is set. Now all you have to do is sit back and collect rent, right? There’s one more important step that…
How to Buy a Master Policy for Condos and Co-ops
The master insurance policy of a condo or co-op affects not only the property, but also individual residents. When buying insurance for a condo or co-op building, the managing entity…