Landlord / Building Owner Articles
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.…
A Guide to Landlord Responsibilities in New York City
Owners of residential apartment buildings in New York City have certain landlord responsibilities for maintenance and safety. Many of these responsibilities are outlined in multiple codes and laws, including the…
Are you underinsured? Request an online quote for landlord insurance
Do you have the right amount of insurance coverage for your needs? From time to time, we speak with building owners whose properties are drastically underinsured. They pay lower premiums…
Risk Management for Building Owners
Building ownership, particularly for landlords, comes with inherent risks of loss. That’s why it’s especially important for owners of rental properties to have liability insurance as part of their risk…
FBI Breaks Up $31 Million Trip-and-Fall Ring
It’s the nightmare of most landlords and co-op and condominium boards: someone trips and falls on their property, and the legal, medical, and insurance costs skyrocket. But what if the…
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.…
Replace Your Federal Pacific Electric Breaker Panel Now
Your breaker panel is supposed to keep your home safe by guarding against serious electrical problems, such as: Circuit overloads Short circuits Outside power surges But sometimes your breaker panel…
Housekeeping, Maintenance & Your Insurance Policy
There’s not much excitement for most landlords, property managers and building owners when it comes to routine housekeeping and maintenance. But there’s an excellent reason why you should care about…
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…