Tips for Landlords, Building and Home Owners
A Homeowner’s Guide to Water Heater Safety
Water heaters are often forgotten as they sit in a utility closet, basement or garage until they break down and leave residents without hot water. Neglecting a water heater…
7 Signs You Need to Update Your Property Insurance
Most people don’t think about their property insurance until something happens. But when was the last time you made sure your coverage was up to date? It’s far more painful…
Insurance Coverage for Life Estate Properties
What is a life estate and why do you need life estate coverage? Leaving a home to heirs that is currently occupied by a family member or someone else is…
Why You Need to Know Your Insurance Company Rating
Before purchasing a policy, you’ll want to make sure that the insurance company you choose will be able to pay you after a claim is approved. Insurance company ratings are…
Preparing for Flood Season: What You Need to Know About Floods and Flood Insurance
Here on the East Coast, the summer months not only bring people out of their homes to enjoy the outdoors, but it also brings hurricanes and floods. (The Atlantic hurricane season…
How to Prevent an E-Bike Fire in Your Home
Do you own an e-bike? Follow these safety tips to prevent electric bicycles from catching on fire. The surge in e-bike popularity has led to more e-bike fires and explosions…
Homeowner Insurance and Building Insurance: Key Differences
People ask us all the time, what's the difference between homeowner insurance and building insurance? The answer typically comes down to whether you're insuring your primary residence or whether you…
Pest Control Responsibilities for NYC Landlords
The summer months often conjure thoughts of picnics, sporting events, and lazy days at the beach. But the warm weather also brings more roaches and rodents, the most common unwanted…
How and When to File a Landlord Insurance Claim
Landlord insurance protects building owners from financial loss due to property damage or liability claims. At City Building Owners Insurance, we help owners of apartment buildings, brownstones, and condominium and…