“Right on cue with the arrival of the first day of summer, the hottest temperatures so far this year are spreading into the Northeast Wednesday and Thursday.” – National Weather Forecast, Weather.com With the hottest temperatures of the season set to arrive within the next few days, it is important for your property managers […]
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In Part III of our Four-Part C.O.P.E. (Construction, Occupancy, Protection & Exposure) Underwriting Series, we will discuss Protection considerations for underwriting Commercial Real Estate Risks. There are two types of Protection considerations your Underwriter is looking out for when rating your Condominium Association, Apartment Building or Cooperative, these are Public and Private Considerations… Public
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Whether you are working with a new Property Manager or a seasoned professional, they should have a Preventative Maintenance Program in place for their property. This should include maintenance for the HVAC system, rain gutters, water heaters, storm drains, swimming pool, etc. Does your property manager have a program that could use some re-vamping or
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It seems as though “Going Green” is becoming a more popular lifestyle these days. As energy issues are continuing to gain public awareness (rising gas prices, etc.), it is important to take the proper steps to ensure you keep your utility costs low. Making sure rental properties are energy-efficient benefits both the landlord and
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Although natural disasters do not happen every day, it is still important for homeowners to prepare for potential damage. Preparation for such an event often neglects to include the important task of taking an inventory of the possessions in a home. An interesting article on InsuranceNetworking.com quotes Kevin McCarty of the National Association of Insurance
Inventory lists for your home or office, are they really necessary? Read More »
