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Questions To Ask During Your Apartment Tour

Bay Property Management Group

Finding the right apartment goes beyond just liking the spaceits about knowing what to expect. Asking the right questions to ask during an apartment tour can give you a clear picture of what living there will be like. Living in an apartment comes with normal wear and tear. Safety is a top priority when choosing an apartment.

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Renters’ Liability Insurance: What It Is and How It Works

Bay Property Management Group

Thats where renters’ liability insurance comes init helps cover these unexpected costs. If you’re wondering what renters’ liability insurance is, how it works, what it covers and costs, and most importantly, whether you truly need it, we’re here to help. What Is Renters’ Liability Insurance?

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Landlord Insurance: Everything You Need to Know

Osprey Property Management

Renting out property can be profitable, but it carries certain risks that traditional homeowners' insurance might not cover. That's where landlord insurance comes into play. This specialized kind of policy is tailored to protect property owners who rent out one or more residential homes, apartments, or condos.

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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Multifamily refers to properties, such as apartment complexes, condominiums, townhouses, semi-detached units and duplexes, all of which offer multiple spaces for rent. Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees.

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Apartment Moving Checklist: Everything You Need to Know

American Apartment Owners Association

When choosing possible relocation firms, probe client reviews, confirm their licenses and insurance, and ask for thorough in-house estimates. Typical errors include underestimating the time needed for packing, neglecting to mark boxes properly, forgetting to measure your new area, and undervaluation of moving insurance importance.

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A Safer Home: How Landlords Can Protect their Properties as Insurance Costs Rise

American Apartment Owners Association

Vice President & Branch Owner at All Solutions Insurance As property insurance costs inch up with inflation and rising maintenance costs, landlords are finding comprehensive and affordable insurance coverage increasingly difficult to secure and retain. By Seeta Bhandari, Sr. How much dwelling coverage do you need?

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Winterization Checklist for Multifamily Apartments

American Apartment Owners Association

When winterizing multifamily rental apartments , it is essential to think beyond storm damage prevention. Data from the Insurance Information Institute shows that winter storms caused a record $15 billion in insured losses in 2021 alone. Paying Too Much For Insurance? It is more than a good practice—it is a must.

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