NYC Landlord & Building Owner Insurance Insights
These articles are intended to help NYC landlords and building owners make informed insurance and risk management decisions. You will find practical guidance on liability exposures, compliance issues, common claims, and coverage considerations that can affect insurability, premiums, and long-term stability.
City Building Owners Insurance: Celebrating 45 Years of Service and Support
From a telephone on a dining room table to one of the largest specialty insurance brokers in New York City, the insurance agency founded as Stuart E. Cohen Ltd. has…
6 Signs You Need a New Insurance Agent
Change is hard. Whether you’re considering a new insurance agent or a new hairstylist, it’s usually easier to stick with the one you have. But the one you have might…
Should I hire an independent insurance consultant?
When buying commercial property insurance, smart shoppers look for two things: the right coverage and the best rates. But comparing commercial insurance policies isn’t always easy. Plus, building owners don’t…
Frequent NYC Landlord Questions About Window Guards
Based on our site traffic, New York City requirements for window guards seem to be a hot topic for landlords. In fact, this single article has generated more questions and comments than…
A Building Owner’s Guide to Mold Prevention
With mold exposure linked to several adverse health effects and symptoms, mold prevention is essential for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. In fact, horror stories abound of people who have…
Lower Landlord Insurance Costs: How to Get the Best Rates
Too many building owners put their landlord insurance on autopilot. Once they’ve bought a policy, they renew it year after year. However, this passive approach can quickly leave you underinsured…
I’m Leaving You (But Not Really): Dealing with Abandoned Property
Landlords have a lot on their plates these days. With tougher times than ever to serve predicate notice of defaults, greater lag times in court for eviction proceedings, hardships faced…
The Hidden Costs of Cheap Commercial Property Insurance
Many landlords and building owners shop for cheap commercial property insurance. Reducing insurance costs is a good thing. In fact, we constantly look for ways to save our clients money…
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…