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Landlords contents and communal contents may be insured, but it is very unlikely that the tenants personal items would be included on a general buildings policy.

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Why would my tenants wants to be on my home owner's insurance policy?

Not sure. But if they have no legal interest in your home then they cannot be listed on the policy. The tenants can obtain renters insurance which will cover their personal property.


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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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What is lessor's risk insurance?

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What are the different types of insurance policies available under house insurance?

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Does homeowners insurance cover tenants?

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