What Is Landlord Insurance?
It is essential for landlords to carefully consider all the options available for protecting their rental property and their income, which will almost certainly require a different kind of insurance than a typical homeowners policy. Landlord insurance, also known as rental property insurance, is an essential investment for property owners, whether they are considering a series of short-term rentals for a single family unit or long-term rentals for a large apartment building.
Why does a landlord need insurance?
Most first-time rental property owners will debate whether or not they need landlord insurance. This type of insurance is often required by lenders before lending money to purchase a rental property.
What does a landlord insurance policy cover?
An insurance policy for a landlord covers a variety of situations, such as paying for the replacement cost of a building in the event of a fire as well as legal fees if the tenant sues. An insurer will provide funds based on the amount of coverage selected by the landlord, provided it is considered a covered loss.
Should I get landlord insurance?
As long as the property is your primary residence, you will need homeowners insurance. If you rent it out, you need landlord or property insurance.
What is the difference between homeowners insurance and landlord insurance?
- Homeowners Insurance
The policy covers your primary residence, personal property, liability, and a few other things.
- Landlord Insurance
This policy applies to property owners who plan to rent out their homes, apartments, or condos for an extended period and covers damages including fires, burst pipes, and some natural disasters. A landlord’s insurance policy will also provide liability coverage if a tenant or guest sues and the landlord needs to pay legal fees or medical bills.
Is there a difference in price between homeowners insurance and landlord insurance?
Landlord insurance policies generally cost about 25% more than homeowners policies for the same property. Compared to homeowner insurance, this might seem like a large price increase. Nevertheless, insurers can deny your claim if you rent out your property and do not have the appropriate insurance coverage provided by landlord insurance.
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Is property insurance tax deductible?
You are entitled to a tax deduction for the entire cost of property insurance for your rental property. Renting out real estate is considered a normal business expense by the IRS.
If you are considering buying a property to rent out, or you already have a property that you want to rent out, speak to one of our Business Development managers about insurance.
