Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners
Do You Have Open Violations on Your Property?
Building owners who fail to check for open violations at least once or twice a year could face a gap in insurance coverage at renewal. Open violations can create an…
Review Your Homeowners Policy Before You Need to File a Claim
Do you have the right homeowners insurance for your property? While this shouldn’t come as a surprise, the time for an insurance policy review is before you need to file a…
Social Inflation: What It Is & How the Right Insurance Partner Can Lower Your Risks
When assessing the risks of insuring a property, landlord insurance providers use inflation indicators like the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to estimate payout amounts for potential claims. But one type…
Does Your Lease Agreement Include These 11 Key Pieces of Information?
Whether you're a landlord or a tenant in New York State, a well-drafted lease agreement is essential to protect the rights and obligations of all parties involved. A lease agreement…
When Is the Best Time to Shop for Landlord Insurance?
When shopping for landlord insurance, can you find bargains at certain times of the year, like buying cars and televisions? Or does it make sense to wait 60 to 90…
FDNY Fire Safety Requirements for Landlords
To help protect New Yorkers, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) requires landlords to post and distribute certain fire safety and emergency preparedness documents. The requirements apply to multiple…
Common Landlord Insurance Claims (and How to Prevent Them)
While it’s important to have the right landlord insurance, no one really wants to file a claim. Many of the perils covered by landlord insurance and riders, such as fires and…
Home Improvement Projects That Offer the Best ROI
Whether you plan to sell your home or simply want the biggest bang for your home improvement budget, there are many projects that are worth the investment. Generally, the projects…
POLL: Most Policyholders Aren’t Sure What Their Homeowners Insurance Covers
According to a poll reported in the New York Post, most policyholders (79%) have read through their homeowners insurance policy at least once, while 30% say they frequently read their…
A New York City Landlord’s Guide to Lead Paint Requirements
Landlords in New York City have specific responsibilities for protecting tenants from lead paint hazards. Local Law 1 of 2004, also known as the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, outlines…