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 be costing you—time, money or even both. After more than…
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 always know which coverages to look for or which conditions…
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 any other. To make it easy for landlords to find…
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 been forced from their homes because of toxic mold. The…
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. You might also pay unnecessarily higher premiums. We recognize that…
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 New York City Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) and New York…
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 but receive an unpleasant surprise if they have a claim.…
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 management strategy. Beyond insurance, this article offers other best practices…
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 trip-and-fall claim turns out to be bogus? Recently, the FBI…
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 by tenants in possession, and all the rest, they still…