Landlord Insurance

Landlord insurance is a type of insurance policy that provides cover for a rental property. Different policies may offer varying levels of cover, but common features include protection for loss of rent, damage to property, and claims made against you if someone is injured or their property is damaged while on your rental property.

Finding the right protection for your investment

While landlord insurance is not legally required, it is highly recommended to ensure adequate protection of your property investment. A standard home insurance policy does not provide cover for rental properties, so it’s important to have a dedicated landlord insurance policy.

Additionally, if you have a mortgage on the property, your lender may require you to have a valid landlord insurance policy before letting to tenants. Failing to comply with this requirement could lead to breaking the terms of your mortgage.

Landlord insurance provides peace of mind that your rental property is protected even when it is vacant between lets or occupied by tenants. It can also cover malicious damage, loss of rent, landlord’s liabilities, and even offer optional rent guarantee or home emergency cover.

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Protecting you, your property, and your tenants

Malicious damage cover protects against intentional damage to the building and/or its contents by tenants, such as windows being smashed or contents being stolen. Loss of rent cover allows you to claim if the property becomes uninhabitable after damage from a fire or flood, and your tenants have to move out during repair work, resulting in lost rental income.

Landlord’s liabilities cover protects you against legal claims from tenants or others for injuries or property damage caused by your property or negligence. If a tenant is injured due to faulty wiring, for example, they could sue for damages.

Optional rent guarantee cover can help cover unpaid rent up to a certain amount, and over an agreed period, where a tenant is unable to pay. This can help to ensure that you can continue to pay your mortgage even if rental income is disrupted.

Finally, home emergency cover protects you and your tenants during unexpected emergencies such as boiler breakdowns or plumbing and heating system problems. This type of cover gives you access to a 24-hour helpline so you can arrange for emergency repairs to be carried out by qualified tradespeople.

At Wiser Mortgage Advice, we can help you compare landlord insurance policies to find the one that suits your unique circumstances. Contact us today to discuss your options and ensure that your rental property is properly protected.

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