Rental property coverage for Florida owners and investors
Florida Landlord Insurance for Rental and Investment Properties
Florida landlord insurance, often written on a dwelling policy such as a DP-1, DP-2, or DP-3, can help protect tenant-occupied homes with dwelling coverage, landlord liability, eligible landlord-owned property, and loss of rental income after a covered loss. Coverage varies by carrier, property, occupancy, roof condition, location, deductibles, and endorsements.
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Last reviewed: July 28, 2026
Editorial review: Sun Insurance Services, an independent Florida insurance agency serving property owners since 2003.
This page provides general insurance information. Coverage depends on carrier underwriting, policy forms, endorsements, exclusions, deductibles, and the facts of a loss.
What Is Florida Landlord Insurance?
Florida landlord insurance is coverage for tenant-occupied residential property. It can include protection for the rental dwelling, eligible landlord-owned property, landlord liability, and loss of rental income after a covered loss. Standard landlord policies generally do not cover tenant belongings or flood damage.
What Is Florida Landlord Insurance?
Florida landlord insurance is property and liability coverage designed for a residential property that is rented to someone other than the owner. A landlord policy is commonly written on a dwelling form, such as a DP-1, DP-2, or DP-3. The exact form, settlement method, deductibles, exclusions, and endorsements vary by insurer.
A standard Florida homeowners insurance policy is usually intended for an owner-occupied residence. When an owner moves out and leases the home to a tenant, the occupancy changes. The insurer should be told about that change so the policy reflects how the property is actually used.
That distinction matters in Florida. Rental homes can face hurricane and wind damage, water losses, roof eligibility restrictions, flood exposure, liability claims, periods of vacancy, and interruptions to rental income. A properly structured landlord policy addresses some of these risks, while separate policies or endorsements may be needed for others.
| Policy type | Who usually buys it | Primary property insured | Typical occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homeowners insurance | Resident owner | Home, owner’s belongings, and personal liability | Owner occupied |
| Landlord insurance | Rental property owner | Rental dwelling, eligible landlord property, liability, and possible rental income | Tenant occupied |
| Renters insurance | Tenant | Tenant belongings, additional living expenses, and tenant liability | Tenant occupied |
Who Needs Landlord Insurance in Florida?
Anyone who owns a residence occupied by a tenant should review whether a landlord policy fits the property. The correct policy depends on the type of home, rental period, number of units, ownership structure, vacancy, and whether the rental activity is long term or short term.
Owners of long-term rental homes
A single-family home leased for six months, one year, or longer is a common landlord-insurance risk. The policy should reflect the tenant occupancy, the rebuilding cost of the dwelling, any landlord-owned appliances or furnishings, liability exposures, and the amount of rental income that could be interrupted after a covered loss.
Accidental landlords
An accidental landlord may inherit a property, relocate for work, move into another home, or decide to rent a former residence instead of selling it. Keeping the old homeowners policy without reporting the occupancy change can create an underwriting problem. The carrier needs accurate information about who occupies the home and how it is rented.
Real estate investors
Investors purchasing homes for income should evaluate coverage before closing. The review should include the roof, four-point systems, wind mitigation features, flood zone, replacement cost, projected rent, liability hazards, and planned renovations. A low purchase price does not necessarily mean a low rebuilding cost.
LLC, trust, and partnership owners
The named insured should align with the property’s legal ownership and the interests that need protection. An LLC, trust, mortgage company, property manager, and individual member do not automatically have identical status under a policy. Each role should be reviewed rather than assumed.
Owners of duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes
Small multifamily properties may qualify for a dwelling policy or require a different form depending on unit count, owner occupancy, construction, and carrier rules. Larger properties may be better suited to commercial insurance.
Condominium and townhouse landlords
A condominium landlord should compare the unit-owner policy with the association master policy. Important issues include interior improvements, appliances, furnishings, loss assessment, liability, and loss of rental income. Association coverage does not automatically protect everything inside the unit.
Seasonal and short-term rental owners
Nightly, weekly, vacation, and home-sharing rentals can fall outside standard landlord-policy eligibility. Frequent guest turnover, business activity, furnishings, amenities, and platform requirements may call for specialized coverage. The rental arrangement should be disclosed before a policy is issued.
Owners with vacant or renovating properties
Vacancy can reduce or remove coverage for certain causes of loss. A home waiting for a tenant, undergoing substantial renovation, or left unoccupied for an extended period may need vacant-property or builders risk coverage. Review the vacancy definition and time limit in the policy.
What Does Florida Landlord Insurance Cover?
Landlord insurance can combine property and liability protection, but there is no single policy that applies identically to every rental. The declarations page, forms, endorsements, deductibles, and exclusions determine the actual coverage.
Rental dwelling coverage
Dwelling coverage applies to the insured building, subject to the policy’s covered causes of loss. It may include walls, roof, foundation, built-in fixtures, permanently installed systems, and attached structures. The dwelling limit is generally based on estimated rebuilding cost, not the property’s purchase price, taxable value, mortgage balance, or current market value.
Other structures
Other-structures coverage may apply to detached garages, sheds, fences, gazebos, or detached carports. Docks, seawalls, screened enclosures, solar equipment, and certain outdoor structures may have separate limitations or exclusions. The property inventory should identify these features during quoting.
Landlord-owned personal property
A landlord may own appliances, window treatments, lawn equipment, maintenance tools, or furnishings kept at the rental. Eligible landlord-owned property may be covered up to the selected limit. Tenant-owned belongings are not covered by the landlord policy.
Landlord liability insurance
Liability coverage may respond when a landlord is accused of causing bodily injury or property damage through negligence. Examples include an alleged failure to repair unsafe stairs, inadequate lighting, a falling tree limb, a pool incident, or another condition tied to the premises. Coverage is subject to the policy terms, defense provisions, exclusions, and liability limit.
Medical payments
Medical-payments coverage may help with smaller medical expenses for an eligible person injured on the premises, without requiring a final finding of negligence. It is not a substitute for adequate liability limits.
Loss of rental income
Loss-of-rental-income coverage, sometimes described as fair rental value or loss of rents, may reimburse rental value when covered physical damage makes the property uninhabitable. The payment period and limit depend on the policy.
Ordinance or law coverage
Repairs after a covered loss may have to meet current building codes. Ordinance or law coverage may help with increased construction costs, demolition of undamaged portions, and code-required upgrades. Older Florida properties may need careful review because code-compliance costs can be significant.
Debris removal and emergency measures
A policy may include limited coverage for debris removal and reasonable emergency steps taken to prevent further covered damage. Owners should document the condition, protect the property when safe, retain receipts, and contact the insurer promptly.
Optional endorsements
- Water backup and sump overflow
- Equipment breakdown
- Service line coverage
- Increased ordinance or law limits
- Personal injury liability
- Animal liability, when available
- Additional mold coverage, when available
- Replacement-cost settlement for eligible landlord property
- Special coverage for theft or vandalism, depending on form
DP-1, DP-2, and DP-3 comparison
| Form | General structure | Typical breadth | Important review points |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP-1 | Basic named-peril form | Narrower | Covered perils, settlement method, vandalism, and rental-income coverage |
| DP-2 | Broader named-peril form | Broader than DP-1 | Named perils, replacement-cost provisions, exclusions, and endorsements |
| DP-3 | Often open-peril coverage on the dwelling | Usually the broadest of the three for the building | Exclusions, roof settlement, water limitations, deductibles, and landlord contents |
“Open peril” does not mean every cause of loss is covered. It means the dwelling is generally covered unless the cause is excluded. The exclusions still matter.
What Is Not Covered by Florida Landlord Insurance?
Exclusions differ by policy, but several gaps appear frequently. Owners should read the forms rather than relying on the policy name alone.
Flood and storm surge
Landlord insurance generally excludes flood, including rising water, surface-water accumulation, and storm surge. Separate Florida flood insurance may cover the building and eligible landlord-owned contents. Flood can occur outside a high-risk flood zone, and lender requirements are not the only reason to evaluate it.
Wear, deterioration, and maintenance
Insurance is not a maintenance contract. Aging roofs, corrosion, rot, pest damage, worn plumbing, deferred repairs, and deterioration are generally not covered. A resulting sudden loss may be treated differently, depending on the policy and facts.
Repeated seepage or unresolved leaks
A sudden pipe break may be handled differently from water that leaks over weeks or months. Owners should investigate tenant reports promptly, preserve maintenance records, and correct the source of the problem.
Tenant belongings
The tenant’s furniture, clothing, electronics, and other personal property are not insured by the landlord’s policy. A written lease may require the tenant to maintain renters insurance, subject to applicable law.
Unpaid rent, eviction, and market vacancy
Loss-of-rent coverage does not ordinarily pay for nonpayment, eviction proceedings, ordinary vacancy, poor rental demand, or lease abandonment without covered physical damage.
Intentional acts and some tenant damage
Ordinary wear, intentional damage, theft by a tenant, pet damage, and malicious acts may be excluded or limited. Coverage depends on the cause, policy language, occupancy, and available endorsements.
Vacancy-related losses
When a property meets the policy definition of vacant, coverage for vandalism, theft, water damage, glass breakage, and other losses may be restricted. Notify the carrier when a property becomes vacant or begins a major renovation.
Undisclosed short-term rental activity
A policy written for an annual tenant may not cover nightly or weekly rentals. The insurer should know about platform use, guest turnover, furnishings, pools, docks, and other amenities.
Earth movement
Earth movement is commonly excluded. Florida policies may distinguish ordinary earth movement, sinkhole loss, and catastrophic ground cover collapse. These terms are not interchangeable.
Business activity
Business operations conducted by an owner or tenant may create exposures outside a residential landlord policy. A separate business policy may be needed.
Is Landlord Insurance Required in Florida?
Florida does not generally require every residential landlord to purchase landlord insurance. A mortgage lender, condominium association, homeowners association, property manager, investor agreement, or other contract may still require it. A lender may also require flood insurance for a property in a designated flood hazard area.
Mortgage and association requirements
A lender commonly requires building coverage, an adequate dwelling limit, a listed mortgagee, and proof of insurance. Associations may impose separate insurance requirements for rented units or parcels. Review the mortgage, governing documents, and lease before selecting limits.
Landlord maintenance duties
Insurance does not replace a landlord’s obligation to maintain the premises. Florida Statutes section 83.51 addresses landlord maintenance responsibilities. The exact obligations can depend on the type of property and the lease. Owners should review the current statute and obtain legal advice for lease or compliance questions.
See the Florida Legislature’s section 83.51 and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services landlord-tenant guidance.
Florida flood disclosure for certain residential leases
Florida Statutes section 83.512 requires a landlord to provide a separate flood disclosure to a prospective residential tenant at or before execution of a rental agreement for a term of one year or longer. The disclosure addresses known flooding, prior flood claims, and flood assistance. The statute also tells tenants that renters insurance does not include flood damage.
Review the current text of Florida Statutes section 83.512. This article is educational and is not legal advice.
Security deposits are not insurance
A security deposit may help address limited lease-related obligations, but it cannot replace property, liability, flood, or rental-income coverage. Florida Statutes section 83.49 governs deposit money and advance rent.
Requiring renters insurance
A landlord may generally place a renters-insurance requirement in the lease, subject to applicable law. The requirement should clearly state the minimum liability limit, proof-of-coverage process, renewal expectations, and any interested-party designation. It should not imply that the tenant’s policy protects the building.
Short-term rental regulation
Vacation rentals may be subject to state licensing, local registration, zoning, occupancy rules, taxes, and association restrictions. Insurance eligibility should be reviewed separately from licensing compliance.
How Much Does Landlord Insurance Cost in Florida?
There is no reliable fixed price for every Florida rental property. Published consumer estimates can vary substantially because one quote may include wind, higher liability limits, broader water coverage, and rental-income protection while another may not.
For planning purposes, many Florida single-family rentals may fall within a broad annual range of roughly $2,000 to $4,500, but actual premiums can be lower or considerably higher. Coastal location, high rebuilding cost, older roofs, prior claims, short-term rental use, and limited carrier eligibility can push pricing above broad averages.
| Property profile | Possible effect |
|---|---|
| Newer inland masonry home with a recent roof | May qualify for broader carrier options or lower pricing |
| Older coastal frame home | May face higher wind costs and stricter eligibility |
| Verified wind mitigation features | May qualify for applicable credits |
| Nightly or weekly rental | May require specialized coverage |
| Recent water, roof, or liability claims | May affect price or eligibility |
| Higher dwelling replacement cost | Usually increases the property premium |
What Affects the Cost of Florida Landlord Insurance?
Location
County, ZIP code, distance from the coast, wind exposure, fire protection, flood characteristics, and local loss experience can affect pricing and carrier availability.
Replacement cost
The insurer estimates what it may cost to rebuild the property with materials of similar kind and quality. Land value is not included in rebuilding cost, while labor, materials, debris removal, and code requirements may be.
Roof age and construction
Roof age, material, geometry, deck attachment, roof-to-wall connection, and secondary water resistance can influence eligibility and premium. Read more about how roof age affects Florida property insurance.
Age and condition of major systems
Electrical wiring, plumbing, HVAC, water heater, and roof condition may be documented through a four-point inspection. Certain older systems can limit available carrier options.
Occupancy and rental type
Annual tenants, seasonal tenants, student rentals, room rentals, vacation rentals, and vacant properties do not present identical risk. The number of units and occupants also matters.
Claims history
Carriers may review the frequency, severity, and cause of prior claims, as well as whether repairs or risk improvements were completed.
Deductibles
Florida rental policies may have an all-other-perils deductible and a separate hurricane or windstorm deductible. A percentage deductible should be converted to dollars before selecting it. For example, a 2% deductible on a $400,000 dwelling limit equals $8,000.
Liability hazards
Pools, trampolines, dogs, docks, balconies, unfenced water, tree conditions, and other hazards may affect eligibility, exclusions, or pricing.
Coverage limits and endorsements
Higher dwelling, liability, landlord-property, ordinance-or-law, and rental-income limits generally cost more. Broader water, equipment breakdown, service line, and other endorsements may also change the premium.
Florida market conditions
Carrier participation, reinsurance costs, catastrophe exposure, and regulatory filings affect Florida property pricing. The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation publishes Property Insurance Stability Reports that track market conditions. Market improvement does not mean every property or policy will receive a decrease.
How Can Florida Landlords Reduce Insurance Costs?
Discounts and underwriting credits vary by carrier. Some steps can improve eligibility or reduce loss potential even when they do not create a direct discount.
Obtain a wind-mitigation inspection
A wind-mitigation report documents features such as roof-deck attachment, roof-to-wall connection, roof geometry, opening protection, and secondary water resistance. Verified features may qualify for available credits.
Update the roof and major systems
A newer roof, updated electrical panel, modern plumbing, newer water heater, and maintained HVAC system may improve eligibility. Complete upgrades should be documented with permits, contracts, paid invoices, photographs, and inspections when applicable.
Install protective devices
- Monitored fire or burglar alarms
- Water-leak sensors
- Automatic water shutoff devices
- Smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms where appropriate
- Fire extinguishers
- Exterior lighting and secure locks
Choose deductibles deliberately
A higher deductible can reduce premium, but it increases the amount the owner must fund after a loss. Compare deductibles in dollars and maintain adequate reserves.
Require renters insurance
Renters insurance does not remove the landlord’s responsibility or guarantee a discount. It can, however, provide a source of coverage for the tenant’s belongings, additional living expenses, and covered tenant liability.
Address liability hazards
Repair walkways, install handrails, maintain trees, secure pools, improve lighting, document inspections, and respond promptly to reported hazards. Loss prevention is useful even when no specific credit applies.
Compare available carriers
Carrier appetite can differ by roof, location, property age, occupancy, and claims. An independent agent can compare available policies while reviewing more than premium alone.
Common Florida Landlord Insurance Claim Examples
Hurricane roof damage
Wind damages the roof, and rain enters through the storm-created opening. The policy may cover eligible building damage and lost rental income while covered repairs are completed. The hurricane deductible and roof-settlement terms apply. Rising water or storm surge would require separate flood coverage.
Burst supply line
A supply line suddenly breaks and damages drywall, flooring, and cabinets. Resulting water damage may be covered, while the failed pipe itself or long-term deterioration may not be. A repeated leak known for months may be treated differently.
Kitchen fire
An accidental cooking fire damages the kitchen and landlord-owned appliances. Dwelling and eligible landlord-property coverage may apply. If the home becomes uninhabitable, rental-income coverage may apply during the covered restoration period.
Guest injury
A visitor alleges that defective steps caused a fall. Liability coverage may provide a defense and pay covered damages, subject to the policy. Maintenance records and photographs can be important.
Tree damage
A windstorm causes a tree to fall on the rental home. Building repairs and debris removal may be covered, subject to the cause of loss, deductible, and policy limits.
Vandalism after move-out
A former tenant leaves, and the property is damaged before a new tenant moves in. Coverage depends on the policy’s vandalism and vacancy provisions and how long the home has been unoccupied.
Flood after a tropical system
Surface water enters the rental home after prolonged rain. A landlord policy typically excludes the loss. A separate flood policy may respond.
Tenant stops paying rent
No physical damage occurs, but the tenant misses rent. Landlord insurance generally does not pay because loss-of-rent coverage requires a covered physical loss.
Common Florida Landlord Insurance Mistakes
Keeping a homeowners policy after renting the home
Occupancy is a material underwriting fact. Tell the insurer when the property changes from owner occupied to tenant occupied.
Insuring the purchase price instead of rebuilding cost
Market value includes land and market conditions. Dwelling insurance is intended to address rebuilding the structure.
Assuming hurricane insurance includes flood
Wind damage and rising-water damage are different causes of loss. A property may need both landlord and flood insurance.
Selecting coverage by premium alone
Compare deductibles, water limitations, roof settlement, ordinance or law, liability exclusions, rental-income limits, vacancy provisions, and carrier financial considerations.
Failing to disclose short-term rental use
An annual lease and a nightly rental do not present the same exposure. The actual use must be disclosed.
Ignoring vacancy provisions
Tell the insurer when the property becomes vacant, enters renovation, or changes occupancy.
Naming the wrong owner
Review individuals, LLCs, trusts, mortgagees, and property managers. Do not assume a party is protected merely because it has an interest in the property.
Carrying too little liability coverage
Multiple rentals, pools, dogs, docks, and significant personal assets may justify higher limits and an umbrella review.
Failing to document the property
Keep leases, rent ledgers, move-in and move-out photographs, inspection reports, maintenance records, repair invoices, permits, and communications.
Skipping annual policy reviews
Review coverage after a roof replacement, renovation, ownership change, rent increase, vacancy, new amenity, or change in rental type.
Landlord Insurance for Orlando and Florida Rental Markets
Florida rental risks differ by location and property use. Orlando-area long-term rentals may have different underwriting needs than vacation properties near Kissimmee, Davenport, or ChampionsGate, higher-value homes in Windermere or Dr. Phillips, and coastal rentals exposed to greater wind and flood risk.
Sun Insurance Services serves Florida property owners statewide. During a quote review, the agency considers the property address, distance from the coast, flood characteristics, construction, roof, inspections, rental term, amenities, ownership entity, and prior claims rather than treating every Florida rental as the same risk.
Why Work With an Independent Insurance Agent?
An independent agent can review options from multiple available carriers rather than offering only one company’s policy. That matters in Florida because carrier appetite can differ by ZIP code, roof age, construction, property age, occupancy, flood exposure, claims history, and inspection results.
An agent can also help compare:
- DP-1, DP-2, DP-3, and commercial-property forms
- Hurricane, windstorm, and all-other-perils deductibles
- Replacement-cost and actual-cash-value settlement
- Roof payment schedules and roof exclusions
- Water-damage limitations
- Loss-of-rental-income limits
- Landlord liability and umbrella options
- Flood insurance through the NFIP or available private insurers
- Vacancy, renovation, and short-term rental requirements
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Why Choose Sun Insurance Services?
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- Independent access to multiple available carriers
- Florida-specific review of wind, flood, roof, and inspection issues
- Guidance for individual, LLC, trust, and portfolio ownership
- Direct call and text access at (407) 781-1600
- Support for Orlando, Central Florida, and property owners statewide
- English and Spanish assistance
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To begin, provide the rental-property address and basic information about the building, roof, occupancy, ownership, current insurance, and claims. An agent can identify additional documents or inspections needed for available carrier comparisons.
Useful quote information
- Property address and county
- Year built, square footage, construction type, and number of units
- Roof year, material, and available wind-mitigation report
- Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and water-heater information
- Rental type and lease duration
- Current occupancy and expected vacancy
- Individual, LLC, trust, or partnership ownership
- Current declarations page and expiration date
- Prior property and liability claims
- Desired flood and umbrella review
Florida Landlord Insurance Frequently Asked Questions
Is landlord insurance required in Florida?
Florida does not generally require every residential landlord to buy landlord insurance. A mortgage lender, association, property-management contract, or other agreement may require property and liability coverage. Flood insurance may also be required by a lender for certain properties.
Can I use homeowners insurance for a rental property?
A standard homeowners policy is usually intended for an owner-occupied residence. When a tenant occupies the home, notify the insurer and obtain coverage designed for the actual rental use. An undisclosed occupancy change can create eligibility or claim issues.
What is a DP-3 policy?
A DP-3 is a dwelling policy commonly used for tenant-occupied residential property. The dwelling is often covered on an open-peril basis, meaning it is covered unless a cause is excluded. Contents, settlement terms, deductibles, and endorsements still vary.
What is the difference between DP-1, DP-2, and DP-3 insurance?
DP-1 is generally a basic named-peril form. DP-2 is generally a broader named-peril form. DP-3 generally provides open-peril coverage for the dwelling, subject to exclusions. Review settlement terms, landlord contents, rental income, vandalism, water limitations, and endorsements.
Does Florida landlord insurance cover hurricane damage?
A landlord policy may cover hurricane wind damage when wind coverage is included. A separate hurricane or windstorm deductible may apply. Some properties require a separate wind policy, and flood or storm surge is not included.
Does landlord insurance cover flood damage?
Landlord insurance generally excludes flood, including rising water and storm surge. A separate flood policy is needed for eligible building and landlord-owned contents coverage.
Does landlord insurance cover tenant damage?
It depends on the cause and policy. Sudden accidental damage may be covered, while wear and tear, poor maintenance, intentional acts, theft by a tenant, pet damage, and repeated damage may be excluded or limited.
Does landlord insurance cover unpaid rent?
Landlord insurance generally does not cover nonpayment, eviction, lease abandonment, or ordinary vacancy. Loss-of-rental-income coverage typically requires covered physical damage that makes the property uninhabitable.
Does landlord insurance cover lost rental income?
It may reimburse rental value when covered physical damage makes the property uninhabitable. Payment is subject to the selected limit, restoration period, actual rental value, and policy conditions.
Does landlord insurance cover a tenant’s belongings?
No. Tenant belongings are generally insured under a renters policy. The landlord policy covers the building and eligible landlord-owned property, subject to its terms.
Can a Florida landlord require renters insurance?
A landlord can generally include a renters-insurance requirement in the lease, subject to applicable law. The lease should state the required liability limit, proof process, renewal expectations, and interested-party requirements.
How much does landlord insurance cost in Florida?
Costs vary widely. Location, rebuilding cost, roof age, construction, wind coverage, deductibles, claims, rental use, liability limits, and endorsements affect the premium. A property-specific quote is more useful than a statewide average.
Does an LLC need a separate landlord policy?
A property owned by an LLC should be insured in a way that accurately reflects ownership and insurable interests. The LLC, individual members, mortgagee, and property manager should be reviewed for appropriate status.
Can I insure multiple Florida rental properties together?
Some insurers offer portfolio or scheduled-property options, while others issue a policy for each address. Coordinate liability limits, deductibles, ownership entities, flood coverage, and umbrella eligibility across the portfolio.
What happens if a rental property becomes vacant?
Vacancy can restrict coverage for vandalism, theft, water damage, glass breakage, and other losses. Notify the insurer promptly. Vacant-property or builders risk coverage may be needed.
Does a standard landlord policy cover short-term rentals?
Many standard landlord policies are designed for long-term tenants and may not cover nightly, weekly, or vacation-rental activity. Specialized coverage may be required for frequent guests, furnishings, amenities, and business activity.
What inspections are required for Florida landlord insurance?
Depending on the carrier and property, a four-point inspection, wind-mitigation inspection, roof certification, replacement-cost inspection, or exterior inspection may be required.
How much landlord liability coverage should I carry?
The appropriate limit depends on the property, number of rentals, ownership, assets, and hazards such as pools, dogs, docks, or balconies. Review whether an umbrella policy is appropriate.
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- Florida Home Insurance for owner-occupied residences.
- Florida Builders Risk Insurance for eligible renovation and construction projects.
- Florida Business Insurance for property-management companies and larger commercial risks.
- Florida General Liability Insurance for eligible business liability exposures.
- Florida Commercial Auto Insurance for eligible property-management and maintenance vehicles.
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