Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners

While some property owners are handy and enjoy upgrading and maintaining their buildings, most people rely on professional contractors. Even minor repairs and improvements, however, can involve some level of…

For many homeowners, warmer weather means home improvement projects around the house and yard. Whether large or small, follow these steps before starting a project or hiring a contractor to…

Nearly 90 million dogs live in 65 million U.S. households, with roughly 600,000 dogs in New York City alone. It’s no secret that many humans dote on their “fur babies,”…

Even landlords who love dogs might want to rethink the pet policy for their buildings. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III) and State Farm, dog bites and other dog-related injuries cost…

A chief source of friction between landlords and tenants stems from disagreement over what constitutes normal wear and tear versus excessive damage to a rental property. Naturally, these disputes typically…

The landlord insurance market has been tough for years. Various external forces—from higher construction labor and materials to more frequent and severe natural disasters—have driven up insurance premiums. Not surprisingly,…

Homeowners’ insurance offers a financial safety net against many of life’s curveballs. However, each claim you file comes with a risk. Your insurance company can raise your rates, or, if…

As the days get longer and temperatures climb, many people tackle spring cleaning chores as they air out their homes and spend more time outdoors. We invite you to add…

After a particularly brutal winter, spring is finally arriving here in the Northeast. Warmer temperatures mean that building owners and landlords should inspect their properties for maintenance issues that might…

Many property owners who have multiple buildings in their portfolios ask whether we recommend separate insurance policies. We present options for a master policy and provide them with the information…