Landlord / Building Owner Articles
Does your building insurance agency do this?
Need a building insurance policy within twenty-four hours? How about a claims adjuster on Thanksgiving Day? Have you ever had to remove downed trees that were sandwiched between multi-story apartment…
Your Guide to Earthquake Insurance
If you're wondering whether your home or building is insured against earthquakes, then it probably isn't. Earthquake insurance is a special kind of protection that isn't included in a standard…
6 Tips for Fall Building Maintenance
Cooler nights and colorful foliage are just two of the tangible signs that Old Man Winter is preparing to return to the Northeast. Before he arrives, check out these building…
Fire Safety: How to Choose and Use a Fire Extinguisher
Did you know that different types of fire extinguishers fight different types of fires? In fact, using the wrong kind of extinguisher on a fire can make the fire worse.…
Common Directors and Officers Liability Claims
Why do you need directors and officers liability insurance? Here are a few examples of common directors and officers liability claims.While no one likes to think about lawsuits (except for…
Worried about dying? Check out the odds
Have you ever worried about dying in a plane crash? Maybe you fear electrocution, or you're concerned about firearm assault. According to the National Safety Council, a nonprofit organization…
Reducing Personal Liability: Does Your Corporation Qualify?
To reduce their personal liability exposure, many building owners hold their properties through a business entity, such as a partnership or limited liability company. However, simply forming a corporate…
Best Practices for Building Management Associations
Good intentions aren't enough to protect building associations and their boards of directors from legal claims. Directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance is essential for protecting the association and board…
10 Tips for Preventing Water Damage
Did you know that water damage is the leading cause of insurance claims in multi-family buildings? Whether you own a co-op or condominium building as a rental property or you…
NYC electronics recycling: Do you qualify for e-cycleNYC?
Electronic devices represent the largest, fastest-growing component of hazardous waste sent to landfills. As of January 2015, New York City prohibits residents from disposing of electronics in the trash. But…