May 1st, 2019
As an owner of revenue generating real estate, the chances are that you have significant assets tied up in the property. It is not only vital that you have property insurance but also have the right coverage for your building portfolio.
Building Owners property insurance covers the buildings, structures, and contents that you own from direct physical damage.
Common claim examples:
1) A tenant starts a fire that spreads to multiple units
2) A hail storm damages a portion or the entirety of a building’s roof
3) A pipe bursts and floods a building
Property insurance is most often the most significant portion of a building owner’s insurance premium, accounting for 80-90% of the total cost. Not only are the buildings large and worth a considerable amount, but they are also exposed to much more risk than a traditional structure or home depending on the tenants utilizing the property.
Undervaluation of property – Although it is tempting to lower the property limit to lower the premium, there are severe penalties associated with undervaluing a building called a coinsurance penalty. It is also common to underestimate property values because of a failure to consider the cost of additional fixtures, plumbing, electric, and materials associated with commercial real estate.
Protective Safeguards – Protective safeguards are warranties that the property owner will maintain a specific protective measure for the insurance company to pay a claim. For example, many apartment property insurance policies have an agreement that the apartment owner will own and regularly maintain both a sprinkler system and a central station fire alarm before the insurance carrier will pay for a fire loss. These are often unavoidable, but it is something to be aware of and review.
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