My Rental Home Was Just Damaged…. Who Is Going To Pay?

Are you updating your basement in order to rent it out? Did you just buy a rental property? Is so, you may need to consider landlord insurance. If your home insurance is not recorded as a Landlord Policy, the insurer can deny the claim.

Landlord insurance provides coverage for the owner of the property for losses and/or damage connected with rental property. As a landlord, you need protection from financial loss as a result of damages to a rental property due to fire, break-in, severe weather, and more.

What Can Landlord Insurance Cover?

• Property damage. This covers damage to the building from fire, storm, theft, and vandalism.
• It will protect you against bodily injury to guests or tenants.
• Loss of rent or income. This insurance will help compensate you for lost income in the event that a rental property becomes uninhabitable due to a covered loss, such as a storm or apartment fire.

Does Your Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Your Landlord Risk?

The short answer is no. If you are renting out part of your home or other property, your homeowner’s insurance will not apply. If you are renting on a short term basis, check with your agent; some insurers may offer coverage if it is a short term event.

You need landlord insurance when you do not occupy the same residence as your tenant. You will also need landlord insurance if you are renting out your own home temporarily, or sharing accommodations such as your basement level, with a renter.

At North Bay Insurance Brokers, we know how hard you’ve worked to turn your house into a home. Since your home is one of the most important financial investments of your lifetime, you’ll need proper coverage in order to keep your investment protected and provide your family with the guarantee that they’ll always be safe and sound

“There is Gold in Them There Policies”

A North Bay Business Insurance Update

Every business needs business insurance.  But business insurance policies are all different. That is why it is always better to use an independent agent who knows and understand your business and industry. The insurance needs for a restaurant are much different than the insurance needs of a manufacturer, and the coverage should reflect that.

If you own or operate a business, you may want to consider these coverages as part of your business insurance package. Our keys to coverage will assume some of the obvious coverage such as property and liability.  We also want to identify some business insurance coverage you may not have considered.

• Sprinkler leakage insurance–If your sprinkler system leaks and causes a loss to equipment or documents, do you have coverage?
• Business income insurance–After a covered loss, you may have a period of recovery time when you are closed. Without business income insurance your business may run out of funds.
• Umbrella Insurance–An umbrella policy provides extra insurance protection over your commercial general and auto liability policies. It is not uncommon for a business to be sued for over $1,000,000.
• Cyber liability–Cyber breaches are the fastest growing causes for loss for most businesses. Every business needs the protection provided by cyber insurance.
• Employee dishonesty–This policy protects employers from workplace theft and fraud.

North Bay Insurance Brokers, Inc. provides insurance to businesses in Sonoma, Napa, Marin, Santa Rosa, Petaluma, American Canyon, and surrounding areas. No matter what business you’re in, each workday is dedicated to doing your job well and providing your customers with the best service possible. North Bay Insurance Brokers, Inc. would like to return the favor by giving you the coverage you need to ensure the security of your business.

At North Bay Insurance Brokers, Inc., we’re committed to keeping your business protected – so you can focus on your day-to-day operations. And with the right insurance plan, your business will be covered from top to bottom.

 

Put The Breaks On!!

Auto Insurance for the High-Risk Driver

Are you a high-risk driver?  Incurring too many accidents or violations on your driving record can have a negative impact on your auto insurance coverage rates.  High-risk drivers do have options, and we certainly do not want you to go without auto insurance.

Find the right auto insurance company

Insurance companies differ in what they are willing to insure. It is important to shop your auto insurance with us to make sure you find the best possible combination of coverage, price, and service.  Some insurers will charge much higher rates if you have a record of accidents or violations.  We know the insurers that are willing to take high risk drivers.

Make sure you have the basic auto coverage

We can design a policy for you to help you minimize the high cost of insurance. We recommend auto liability and physical damage coverage. Whatever you do, do not go without auto insurance as that can create many more problems for you.

As a locally owned and operated insurance agency in Sonoma, California, North Bay Insurance Brokers, Inc. is committed to providing quality insurance products for individuals and businesses. We combine our strong insurance background and product knowledge to assist both current and future clients in managing and planning for all types of risk.