Save on Insurance Coverage with the New York Brick & Brownstone Program
Do you own a residential building in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens with 20 or fewer units? The New York Brick & Brownstone Program could improve your coverage and save you…
Best Practices and Safety Tips for Apartment Managers
The best way to save money on insurance is to lower your risk profile and avoid claims. In addition to the practices covered in our article on building a property…
Sidewalk Liability for New York City Landlords
The sidewalks around your building may belong to New York City. But the responsibility for maintenance and sidewalk liability belong to you. In fact, underwriters report that sidewalk-related injuries are…
Why Did My Homeowners Insurance Premiums Go Up?
You haven’t filed a claim. You haven’t built an addition or made any changes to your home. So why did your insurance premiums go up? With inflation raising the costs…
Renovating a Co-Op or Condo Unit in NYC: ‘A Little Bit of Work’ Isn’t Always
The following article is a guest post by Attorney C. Jaye Berger. With all the pandemic-related restrictions being discussed in the media, it’s sometimes startling to realize how much renovation…
Should You File a Homeowners Insurance Claim?
When life throws you a curveball that damages your home or property, it’s natural to want to file a homeowners insurance claim so that you can recover the cost and…
5 Steps to a Home Inventory
Do you have an up-to-date home inventory? If not, you should, for two reasons. First, a complete, up-to-date inventory will help you determine the correct amount of insurance coverage you…
10 Situations When You Need to Contact Your Insurance Partner
When should you contact your insurance agent/broker or insurance company? Of course, you need to contact them to file a claim or when an event may lead to a claim.…
The Health Risks of Poor Indoor Air Quality During Winter
The following article is a guest post by Rachel Watson of Precision Air & Plumbing. During summer, opening windows and doors can help you cool down. However, cold weather calls…
6 Common Winter Home Disasters and How to Avoid Them
Harsh winter weather—including below-freezing temps, high winds, and ice and snow storms—can cause thousands of dollars in damage to both the exterior and interior of your home. Fortunately, you’re not…