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 the landlord they’re searching for, regardless of your current experience…
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 landlord can’t collect rent on a home that isn’t habitable.…
Shopping for building owner/landlord insurance can be tedious and confusing. Or it can be incredibly straightforward and simple—but carry big surprises at claim time. We hope you never experience a claim. If you do, however, we especially hope that you…
For landlords in New York City, the New Year triggers certain responsibilities—most notably, the annual notice requirement. Even for property owners outside the five boroughs, these simple tasks can provide proper protection and peace of mind in the months to…
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 co-op building obtain the right insurance coverage at the best price. That…
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 days before your current landlord insurance policy comes up for…
Cyber attacks are on the rise. According to the Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report 2022, the number of U.S. businesses that experienced a cyber attack increased from 40% in 2021 to 47% in 2022. The same study reports that 40% of…
If your building is a rental property, then a standard homeowner or building insurance policy may not offer adequate protection. That’s where landlord insurance comes in. Rental properties face different risks than primary residences and are treated differently by insurance…
As discussed in previous articles, landlord insurance is a different animal than homeowner insurance. New York City building owners have different needs, as well as different options, than their counterparts in other cities. When shopping for insurance, it’s important to…
No two buildings are exactly the same. And no two building owners are the same, for that matter. That's why one-size-fits-all policies usually don't fit anyone very well. Standard building insurance policies make certain assumptions about coverage. For instance, a…