When it comes to insurance policies, landlords and property owners tend to have the process down to a science: their building insurance, liability, and other policies are in place. You do this in order to protect your building should something happen. However, none of these policies protect your tenants and their belongings. It’s standard for […]
Owning an apartment building comes with many good things, like the opportunity for steady rental income, as well as some not-so-great things, such as having to pay for injuries or things broken by tenants and their guests. Thankfully, there are some insurance policies that you can put into place in order to cover accidents and […]
Thinking of renting out your home when you move? Feel like your second home could help pay for itself when you’re not using it? If you’re considering renting your property, make sure a landlord insurance policy is part of the plan. Here’s what you need to know. How Do You Know You Need a Landlord […]
Assuming you’ve paid your electric bill, when the power goes out, you might wonder what to do and who to call. First, make sure you paid the power company. After that, here’s what you need to know. Check Your Circuit Breaker When you moved into your apartment, hopefully the managing company or landlord showed you […]
College is a big step in the lives of your children — and in your life. You’ve spent their entire life protecting them, and now you have to let them go off without you. With the right insurance coverage, you can keep protecting them every day — at least until they graduate. Here’s what you […]
Ever gotten into your car and realized your stuff is gone? Walked into your apartment and found a gaping hole where your TV or computer should be? Did someone walk off with your laptop in a coffee shop? Theft can be overwhelming from a personal security standpoint and financially devastating when you need to replace […]
Whether your landlord requires it or you’ve decided to buy a policy on your own, the hardest part about renters insurance is figuring out how much you need to buy. Buy too little, and you won’t be protected when you most need help. Buy too much, and you could be wasting money. Here’s what you […]
It’s never too late to learn more about your insurance coverages! Now that it’s the start of a new year, commit to learning a few insurance basics that will help you for years to come. Everyone Needs Insurance Every person needs to be covered by insurance in some fashion, and every adult needs to purchase […]
Whether you’re moving up to a larger home for your growing family or you’re downsizing as empty nesters, selling your home is your first step. You want to get the most out for your current home so you can easily move onto the next stage of your life. Here’s what you need to do to […]
Renting your home out sounds like a great way to make money or to hold onto a property you’re not living in. With the right tenants and an understanding the responsibilities you have has a landlord, it can be a sound way to build your income. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any risks involved. […]
