Distinguished

MARCH 21, 2025

In Chicago, housing code violations not only affect tenant safety and property values but also play a critical role in insurance risk assessments. Understanding these violationsfrom heating failures to structural hazardsis essential for insurance brokers advising property owners. Insurance brokers are pivotal in this arena.

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Distinguished

MARCH 17, 2025

In New York City, housing code violations challenge property owners, tenants, and insurance brokers alike. We speak with Katie Vespia, President of Distinguisheds Real Estate program , about common NYC violations, their fines, resolution processes, and the impact on insurance coverage.

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Property Insurance Centre

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

From financial losses to reputational damage, legal battles, and even the risk of shutting down, the impact can be severe. Damage to Reputation and Customer Trust A liability claim can do more than drain your financesit can destroy your reputation.

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Property Insurance Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Lift Inspection policies will often accompany a Purpose Built Flats Insurance Policy, and for good reason. Although some Purpose Built Flats Insurance policies will provide some cover to machinery and plant for material damage cover, they will not provide any assistance should the lift break down.

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Property Insurance Centre

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Recent data from 2023 and 2024 highlights the financial strain on insurers and property owners alike, driven by more severe storms, heavy rainfall, and unpredictable weather patterns. Rising Claims Due to Extreme Weather In 2023, UK insurers faced record-breaking claims from weather-related damage.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 16, 2025

Flood damage can include physical destruction of property, inventory loss, and business interruption costs, making insurance a vital component of risk management. Specialised policies may also cover: Debris Removal: Costs associated with clearing and disposing of flood-damaged materials.

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 21, 2024

Aspray, a leading property damage claims management company, can act on your behalf when you need to make a claim. Aspray’s repeat win is a reflection of their unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch service to their clients, ensuring that they receive the best possible outcome in times of property damage.

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Property Insurance Centre

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

See what is not covered in terms of events/damage for your policy and think about getting flood insurance or accidental damage insurance if desired. Accidental damage is not usually covered by a normal building insurance policy. – Provided that add-ons are part of the lease. What is Covered?

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Cover4LetProperty

JANUARY 21, 2023

So, why is specialist landlord insurance necessary? Why won’t standard home building and contents cover suffice, for example? What matters to insurers, of course, is the question of risk – what is the likelihood of the insured property suffering loss or damage and the insurer having to pay out on a claim as a result?

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Property Insurance Centre

AUGUST 8, 2024

Essentially, the cover you lost will re re-applied to your office buildings policy – such as theft or malicious damage for example will no longer be excluded. What do we recommend as a broker for unoccupied office insurance? What happens when the unoccupied property becomes empty again?

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Property Insurance Centre

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This shows the insurer, you are not a persistent claimer, which will inevitably put their account in deficit. Insurers, do not however, look on negatively when a customer claims for substantial damage when they need genuine help. Maintain your property regularly – A well maintained property will lead to less claims.

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Distinguished

MARCH 6, 2025

Along with this, mold and water damage often due to leaking pipes, poor ventilation, or roof damageposes serious health hazards if not promptly repaired. Landlord insurance which covers both liability and property damageis particularly sensitive to housing violations. Pest infestations are also widespread.

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Property Insurance Centre

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The BS3621 requirement not only has many physical qualities to protect your property from potential break-ins, it is also essential to be compliant with your insurance policy. Without this level of security, insurer will often exclude cover for malicious damage, fire or theft! Looking for a quote now?

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Property Insurance Centre

AUGUST 28, 2024

Get a Quote Insurance under one roof We are specialists in many types of insurance GET YOUR QUOTE GET YOUR QUOTE Without an adequate alarm system in place, insurers may not offer terms or increase the premium significantly to reflect the extra risk they may be covering. Looking for a quote now?

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Property Insurance Centre

MARCH 19, 2024

Insurance guides provide clear explanations of the rights and responsibilities individuals have throughout the claims process, ensuring they are informed and empowered to take the necessary steps to protect their interests. An immediate response to property damage is crucial.

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Cover4LetProperty

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The principal costs of running your buy to let business are likely to include the mortgage repayments (typically, in the case of buy to let mortgages, these are likely to be interest-only mortgages), the cost of repairs and maintenance, any letting agent’s fees, and landlords’ insurance. What are let property insurance brokers?

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 30, 2024

Freehold Block of Flats Insurance: Top Cover Tips If you own a freehold block of flats , it’s crucial to have the right insurance coverage to protect your investment. Standard home insurance policies may not provide adequate protection for the unique risks associated with a block of flats.

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Jackson & Jackson

AUGUST 16, 2024

This guide aims to shed light on the basics of homeowners insurance, the challenges specific to California’s insurance market, the reasons why finding coverage is more challenging now, tips for homeowners to navigate these obstacles, and a glimpse into the future of homeowners insurance in the state.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 4, 2024

Weather Conditions and Natural Disasters Since 1980, there have been 360 weather- and climate-related natural catastrophes , resulting in damages and costs of over $2.57 Unpredictable weather events and the rise in natural catastrophes pose significant challenges for the property insurance industry.

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 30, 2024

3 By only choosing trustworthy tenants, the chances of problems like late rent or damage decrease. It stops big damage and saves money on repairs later. It reduces the chances of problems like late rent or damage. This includes looking into their financial situation with credit checks and talking to previous landlords.

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Prof. Allan Manning

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

To any brokers reviewing this, if the policy you wish to check is not in the spreadsheet, please check on PolicyComparison.com as it may well be there. Some Defined Events policies do not exclude Acts of Terrorism, but the loss or damage would still need to be as a result of a Defined Event.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

They should look for any signs of wear, damage, or degradation. If the PPE looks damaged, it should be taken out of service and replaced. Workers should replace their PPE if it shows signs of wear, damage, or when the manufacturer advises it. Not replacing worn or damaged PPE can be dangerous.

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Property Insurance Centre

APRIL 22, 2025

Full Accidental Damage Cover this covers for sudden or unforeseen events. Not all insurers include this as standard. We highly recommend you add this cover, as it can often pick up certain claims or damage that may not be covered under the standard perils. It will therefore need to be added to the policy.

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