Landlords and apartment owners are reluctant to place restrictions and requirements on renters since it could cause them to look for housing elsewhere. While understandable with regard to some aspects such as smoking on the premises or allowing pets — there is one requirement that should not be ignored: Renters' insurance. Protection for the landlord and renters Many renters are under the assumption that if they are living in an apartment or rented building, they are protected under the landlord's insurance policy. This is only partially correct. Most insurance policies held by a landlord will cover damage to the structure of the building and very limited coverage for certain types of negligent situations, such as a landlord who is required to treat iced sidewalks. If the sidewalks weren't treated and a tenant slipped and fell, the policy might provide coverage for any medical bills. Coverage for personal belongings that may be damaged by storms, theft or fire is not provided to renters under the landlord's insurance policy. Injuries that occur to guests and even damage caused by other renters, such as a hot water tank leaking, may not be covered either under a landlord's insurance policy. However, these situations would be covered under a Renters' insurance policy. Requiring, or at least strongly encouraging, renters to carry Renters' insurance protects not only the individual renters, but also the landlord and apartment owner, as well as the other renters in the building. Every Renters' insurance policy will vary depending upon the company that provides coverage, how much coverage is purchased and the exact situation — but the following are some examples of situations where renters insurance will prove invaluable:
Renters' insurance can be invaluable should the unexpected happen. It will protect not only the landlords/apartment owners, but all tenants who live in the building or on the property.
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