Better Protection Aug26

Better Protection

Think your landlord insurance is enough? Think again. Recent studies examined renters insurance practices at property management companies throughout the Unites States. Those reports suggest that 45 percent of property managers do not offer insurance to their tenants. Only 25 percent of property managers require their renters to purchase insurance at every property in their portfolio. Of the properties that do require renters insurance, The National MultiHousing Council’s Apartment Cost Risk Survey suggests that only 25 percent had a consistent standard for each property within a state. As a property manager, a lack of coverage and inconsistencies within coverage requirements will leave you vulnerable. By making renters’ insurance compulsory at each and every property, you can minimize costly risks–saving nearly 80 percent in repairs on renter-caused damages! Renters insurance supplements some often overlooked (or inadequately covered) areas in your landlord insurance policies including: flood earthquake residents’ housing after a disaster, while the property is being repaired lost rent while tenants are away during repairs tenants’ high-cost valuables guest accidents and injuries ResidentShield provides renters with the coverage that they need to rebuild their lives after a disaster or take care of a guest who sustains injuries while visiting the unit. This coverage can provide peace of mind for your residents while limiting your costs and liability. If you’re not currently requiring renters insurance, the next natural question may be, “Where do I start?” A gradual transition is essential for maintaining renter satisfaction while increasing your protection. Most property management companies phase the insurance requirement into existing leases as they are renewed. The increased costs will undoubtedly raise concern with some renters. One way to ease the transition is to offer options to your tenants. Some property managers may allow renters to choose their own prepaid policy rather...