Which type of property professional are you?
Whether you’re a landlord growing your portfolio or a property manager overseeing rentals for clients, your approach to risk matters. We’ve put together...
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10 insights into the investment property market
Each month we pull together 10 insights impacting the investment property market. Read on for this month’s instalment…
Loss Adjusters keep the claims process rolling
So you've made an insurance claim and been told a 'loss adjuster' has been assigned. Just who is this person and what do they do?..
Loss of rent: What is covered and when it applies
For many landlords, rental income helps cover mortgages, rates, maintenance and everyday financial commitments. So, when rent suddenly stops hitting the bank account, the impact can be significant...
A small hose, a big insurance risk
Flexi hoses are small, inexpensive and easy to overlook. But when they fail, the damage to a rental property can be significant. What starts as a minor plumbing issue can quickly turn into water damage, upset tenants, repairs, loss of rent and a stressful insurance claim...
Tips to winter-proof your rental
Winter can be tough on properties, including rentals. During the season, all the elements have the potential to cause damage. However, with a little proactive maintenance, you can significantly lower the risk of nature taking its toll...
Why choose RentCover ShortTerm?
If you are renting out your property on a short-term basis (whether as a holiday home, Airbnb, or serviced apartment) you may face risks that standard insurance simply does not cover. That is why EBM RentCover created RentCover ShortTerm...
General insurance vs purpose-built landlord cover
Insurance products offered through major financial institutions are often designed with simplicity and accessibility in mind. While this approach is convenient, it raises an important question: is it enough for landlords?..
Insuring high-value rental properties
EBM RentCover now covers properties with higher rental values, so if your investment sits at the premium end, here is what you need to know about insuring it properly...
Tax time checklist for landlords
Tax time is a good point for landlords to review their finances, but it is also an opportunity to step back and ensure your investment property is properly protected...
Home and contents vs landlord insurance
Insuring a property you live in is very different from insuring one you rent out. But many landlords don’t realise this until they try to make...
Could your rental be used as a drug lab?
Would you recognise the warning signs if your rental property were being used for illegal drug activity? When a rental...
Are there gaps in your cover?
Whether you own investment properties or manage them on behalf of clients, it’s easy to assume everything is “sorted”… until something goes wrong....