Author: MacKenzie Coder

2022 Insured loss _ REIP

2022 Insured Loss Events in Review

It has been another chaotic year for the property insurance market. Many investors and homeowners have recently experienced required increases to insurance value, premium increases, or both. The last few

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Burst Pipe

Is It Covered? Burst Pipes

It is commonly assumed that water damage resulting from a burst pipe is covered under all policies. However, Water Damage as a result of a burst pipe is NOT covered

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insurance for vacation rentals - REInsurePro

Insurance Coverage for Vacation Rentals

Thanks to the explosion of platforms like Airbnb and HomeAway, property owners have found new ways to make money, but it’s also raising important questions about the appropriate insurance coverage needed to protect these investments.

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liability coverage - REInsurePro

Is It Covered? Liability for Non-Covered Items

Generally, if an item is excluded from the Property Coverage on your investor client’s property, it is likely not covered in their Liability Coverage either. Keep in mind that while your client’s Property Coverage protects damage that happens to their investment property, (i.e., the physical building), Liability Coverage protects their financial well-being associated with that property.

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renters insurance - REInsurePro

How TPP and Renters Insurance Work Together 

REInsurePro’s Tenant Protector Plan (TPP) is a truly distinctive offering that helps investors and their tenants in the event of a property loss caused by tenant negligence. While we always recommend that that landlords require their tenants to carry renters insurance, the TPP adds an extra layer of protection for both parties.

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tree maintenance - REInsurePro

Even Healthy Trees Need Maintenance

Well-kept trees can add value to properties, help save energy, and reduce crime. The downside? Falling trees or large limbs can cause costly damage. In 2022, 6.4% of claims reported to REInsurePro were due to tree-related damage.

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landscaping - REInsurePro

Is It Covered? Trees, Shrubs, & Landscaping

Coverage relating to trees and other greenery on a property can vary widely depending upon the specific circumstances of an incident. Some policies may include limited coverage, while others exclude it. Depending on the cause of a fallen tree and if it was healthy or dead at the time it fell, coverage for property damage or bodily injury may or may not be available.

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