Insurance
Buying insurance for blocks of flats is generally considered to be a complex and difficult process, and is often bundled with the purchase of management services. Deacon Online simplifies the procedure and enables RMCs to buy the product they require.
Tuesday, 9th October 2007
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Richard Benson, estate management director of Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, provides expert advice on block insurance from a managing agent’s viewpoint.
Friday, 20th July 2007
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Brevent Insurance, the UK’s leading independent specialists in apartment block insurance, has shaped a number of unique policies with leading insurers to meet the needs of the flat and mixed-use property sector. Ian Reid, Brevent’s MD, warns leaseholders to check what they are paying for.
Friday, 20th July 2007
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County Estate Management (CEM) has responded to the growing need of resident management companies to insure buildings under a competitive, tailor-made policy. CEM has partnered with Oamps Special Risks to bring an insurance solution to the residential sector.
Friday, 20th July 2007
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The traditional way in which flats are being purchased and managed is putting pressure on residents and tenants as they take up responsibility for the insurance and management of the block. Stuart Alexander, an independent Insurance Broking firm, is tackling the issues surrounding this added level of responsibility for residents and tenants, and have developed a new insurance product called Flatprotect.
Friday, 20th July 2007
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Buildings insurance is a major expense, yet it is the marginal addition of a small premium to cover the liabilities of volunteer management company directors that seem to concern lessees more!
Friday, 29th December 2006
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If you are living in a block of flats, as opposed to sub-letting, when you come to consider your contents insurance the first thing to bear in mind is to ensure that you have comprehensive cover.
Thursday, 20th March 2003
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Don't be surprised if your managing agent puts up his fees next year. It won't be because he's trying to make a fast buck, but because he's swamped with paperwork from new government legislation.
Tuesday, 1st February 2005
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In January, the general insurance industry joined the banks, life and pensions companies and financial advisers already under the statutory supervision of the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
Tuesday, 1st February 2005
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