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Is a landlord responsible US for fire damage to tenants property if the landlord indicated he had insurance for that building verbally?
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∙ 15y ago
Was the tenant's property attached to the building, such as signs, wall to wall carpet, etc.? Because building insurance typically does not include contents of others but can include permanently installed Tenant's Improvements and Betterments.
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Is the landlord responsible for damaged to my personal property if the damage was caused an fire?
The landlord is generally only responsible for the building, not the belongings inside. That's what renter's insurance is for.
Where can one get a building insurance for a landlord?
One can get a building insurance for a landlord online from various websites. Some of these websites are Compare The Market, Money Supermarket, Simple Landlord Insurance and Confused.
Who is responsible for damage caused to a tenants personal property when the ceiling collapsed during a storm because the building was not weatherproofed correctly and the tenant didn't have insurance?
The answer is basically no. The landlord is never responsible for damages to personal property belonging to tenants in any dwelling or structure. That is why you are strongly encouraged to get renters insurance. In some cases you may have some recourse if the landlord knew of the problem. But if you get renters insurance be insurance company can determine that for you and they can seek damages from the landlord.
In Philadelphia, where is the cheapest landlord building insurance?
The prices for landlord building insurance in Philadelphia depends on the zip in which you live and what is in your insurance policy. Enough information wasn't provided to make an estimate.
What insurance do landlords need?
Landlords can purchase landlord or rental property insurance to protect their properties. A landlord insurance should cover the building and any contents that are the property of the landlord.
Where can a landlord purchase building insurance?
There are many different companies that offer landlord building insurance. This service is offered by most insurance companies, but can be found online on sites such as "Simple Landlord Insurance". A complete list of many companies that offer this service can be found on the Money Supermarket website.
What UK companies provide good landlord building insurance?
There are a number of companies that provide good landlord building insurance. Some of the better ones include 'Direct Line', 'More Than', 'Simple Landlord', and 'Nationwide'.
Is the tenant or landlord responsible for damages in an apartment fire?
From an insurance perspective the landlord should have coverage on the building and the tenant should have coverage on his/her contents. Legal liability may be a different issue depending on the circumstances of the fire.
Can landlord demand you insure building fabric as well as your belongings?
Normally not. Anything that is part of the property is covered by the landlord as part of the property. However, you are responsible for any damages you incur upon such, something your insurance will often cover.
What insurance services are provided by the Nationwide Building Society?
The Nationwide Building Society offers insurance for the home (buildings and contents), the car, travel, landlord insurance and life & lifestyle insurance.
- Does landlord insurance cover damages to inside walls?
yes it should - renters insurance has limited to zero building coverages - it would only cover betterment and improvements made to the building by the renter. All other building losses is covered by landlord policy
Who is responsible for walls and floor damage if water pipe bursts in the apartment?
Landlord, and their insurance
