Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners
Do you need a DOB work permit for building renovations?
As a building owner, you’re responsible for any work done on your property. In New York City, this responsibility includes hiring design professionals and contractors with the appropriate licenses and…
What Insurance Does a Landlord Need?
What insurance does a landlord need? This article covers both basic landlord insurance and optional coverage you may want to consider. If you’re considering renting out your property and you’re…
Tips from the NYPD to Protect Yourself and Your Property
The New York Police Department recently released a 28-page collection of safety tips to protect yourself and your property. The complete booklet can be downloaded here. We’ve featured some of…
How to Clear NYC Property Violations: Part III – DOB
This article is the third in a series on resolving property violations in New York City. Visit the other articles in this series, Part 1: How to Clear NYC Property…
How to Clear NYC Property Violations: Part II – OATH
This article is the second in a series on resolving property violations in New York City. Visit the other articles in this series, Part 1: How to Clear NYC Property…
How to Clear NYC Property Violations: Part I – HPD
This article is the first in a series on resolving property violations in New York City. Visit the other articles in this series, Part 2: How to Clear NYC Property…
Protect Your Property with Integrated Pest Management
Integrated pest management focuses on preventive measures, rather than pesticides, to keep homes pest-free. The best part? These practices are generally simple and inexpensive. Now that temperatures are heating up…
How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. Carbon monoxide is a silent killer that can invade almost any home or vehicle without warning. Every year, according to the Centers…
When to Budget for Major Home Expenses
How long is your roof going to last? When should you budget for a new furnace? How much should you expect to spend on repairs and maintenance every year? What…
Sewer Backup Coverage: A Building Owner’s Friend
If you've received our postcards, you may have noticed that our policies include sewer backup coverage. That's because backed-up sewers can cause a great deal of damage to floors, walls,…