Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners
What is your liability if your dog bites someone?
In a country where 25% of households own at least one pet, dogs are the most popular species. Nearly 90 million dogs live in 65 million U.S. households. There are…
Disaster Response Planning for New York City Landlords
An emergency can strike at any time, whether it’s a natural disaster, a gas line explosion, or something else. The time to review your disaster response plan is before an…
Ordinance or Law Insurance Coverage: Protecting NYC Property Owners Against Building Code Changes
In an older city like New York, Ordinance or Law coverage makes a lot of sense for building owners. Also known as building ordinance coverage, it protects property owners against…
A Guide to Insuring Mixed-Use Buildings
When shopping for investment opportunities in the New York City area, prospective building owners often encounter mixed-use properties. These buildings combine commercial and residential space, and they’re found throughout the…
HPD Publishes 2024 Edition of The ABCs of Housing
New York City’s Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) recently released the 2024 version of its housing information guide, The ABCs of Housing. The biggest change: There are now…
11 Tips for New Landlords in the New York City Area
Good tenants—those who pay rent on time and keep rentals in good condition—are always looking for a great landlord who owns a space that meets their needs. You could be…
Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget Your Homeowners Insurance
Spring has officially arrived. Daylight Saving Time has returned. And as the weather turns warmer, many people are taking part in the ritual of spring cleaning. This practice often involves…
Can I Protect My Rental Property with Homeowners Insurance?
You’ve just bought a rental property or you’re about to rent your home. Maybe you’ve inherited a home and want to rent it rather than sell it. Or you’ve bought…
Does Your Landlord Insurance Include Loss of Rents Coverage?
What happens when a rental property can’t be lived in due to fire, a natural disaster, or some other factor? Everybody loses: The tenant has nowhere to live, and the…
What’s Your Sign? NYC Landlord Requirements for Signs & Notices
Various New York laws require landlords to post specific signs and notices for tenants. These include the Housing Maintenance Code (part of the NYC Administrative Code), the Multiple Dwelling Law,…