Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners

You’ve heard the saying “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” At City Building Owners Insurance, we make it our business to know what and who. Specifically, we…

Insurance providers look at many factors when determining what rate and coverage to offer at renewal. The inherent complexity of the insurance industry can leave property owners confused about the…

Moving into a new home is an exciting event. Less exciting, but critically important, is selecting a homeowners’ insurance policy to protect your new home and everything in it. Choosing…

While some choose to downsize or move into a retirement community, many older Americans would rather stay in the familiar setting of their own home. With proper planning, many seniors…

Cyber attacks are on the rise. According to the Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report 2024, the number of U.S. businesses that experienced a cyberattack has risen steadily for four years in a…

Many homeowners’ insurance policies include Loss of Use coverage, also known as Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage. If damage from a covered event requires you to move out of your…

When comparing insurance policies for your apartment building, make sure you understand the differences between Basic Form coverage, Broad Form coverage, and Special Form coverage. The first two might save you…

New York City landlords must perform annual inspections of units for indoor allergen hazards under New York's indoor allergen law. New York’s Local Law 55 of 2018, also known as the…

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…