Property Investment Insurance

We cover all types of property investments including residential rental properties, commercial real estate, mixed-use developments, student accommodation, holiday lets, and HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation).

You can choose individual property policies or portfolio coverage for multiple properties. Portfolio policies are often more cost-effective for investors with multiple properties and provide centralized management.

Rent guarantee insurance protects against tenant rent defaults, covering lost rental income and legal costs for possession proceedings. It's essential protection for landlords relying on rental income.

Yes, furnished properties require contents coverage for furniture and appliances, while unfurnished properties focus on buildings coverage. We tailor policies to match your property setup and rental strategy.

Our policies include coverage for malicious and accidental damage by tenants, beyond normal wear and tear. This covers repair costs and potential loss of rental income during repairs.

Yes, our rent guarantee coverage includes protection for void periods when properties are empty between tenancies, helping maintain your cash flow during transition periods.

Legal expenses coverage includes tenant eviction proceedings, rent recovery actions, contract disputes, planning issues, and defense against liability claims up to policy limits.

Yes, we provide specialized coverage for holiday lets, Airbnb properties, and short-term rentals with appropriate coverage for higher turnover and different risk profiles.

HMOs require specialized coverage due to higher occupancy and different risks. We provide tailored policies covering the unique challenges of multi-tenant properties and licensing requirements.

Yes, if you use property management companies, we can include coverage for their activities and ensure proper coordination between your insurance and their professional indemnity coverage.

We typically need property details, rental income information, tenant profiles, previous claims history, property management arrangements, and details of any existing insurance coverage.

Yes, portfolio policies allow you to add new acquisitions throughout the policy period with immediate coverage, subject to underwriting approval and premium adjustments.

Properties can be removed from portfolio policies with pro-rata premium refunds. We'll adjust your coverage and premiums accordingly when you dispose of investment properties.

Standard exclusions include normal wear and tear, gradual deterioration, tenant deposits (covered separately), and unoccupied property beyond specified periods. Full exclusions are detailed in policy documents.

Yes, we provide comprehensive coverage for commercial property investments including office buildings, retail units, industrial properties, and mixed-use developments with appropriate business interruption coverage.

Student accommodation requires specialized coverage for higher occupancy, increased wear and tear, and specific risks associated with student tenants. We provide tailored policies for this sector.

Our primary focus is UK property investments, but we can arrange coverage for UK residents with overseas property investments through specialist international property insurance providers.

Landlord liability covers claims from tenants or visitors for injuries or property damage caused by defective premises, inadequate maintenance, or breach of landlord duties under housing legislation.

Property investment companies need comprehensive coverage including property insurance, public liability, professional indemnity for investment advice, directors and officers insurance, and cyber liability protection.

Property investment insurance costs typically range from £200-£500 annually for single buy-to-let properties, £500-£2,000 for small portfolios, and £2,000-£10,000+ for large commercial property portfolios. Costs depend on property value, location, tenant type, and coverage levels required.

While property insurance isn't legally mandatory for landlords, mortgage lenders require buildings insurance as a loan condition. Gas safety certificates, electrical safety checks, and deposit protection are legal requirements, but specific insurance isn't mandated by law.

Yes, property investors need specialized landlord insurance that covers rental risks, tenant damage, loss of rental income, and landlord liability. Standard home insurance doesn't cover rental activities and may be void if used for investment properties.

Portfolio insurance policies are typically best for multiple rental properties, offering centralized management, bulk discounts, and streamlined claims handling. These policies can cover 5+ properties under one policy with flexible sum insured arrangements.

Yes, property investment insurance premiums are typically tax-deductible business expenses for landlords and property investors. This includes buildings, contents, liability, and rent guarantee insurance premiums as allowable rental business costs.

Commercial property investors need buildings insurance, public liability, rent guarantee, business interruption coverage, and tenant default protection. Additional coverage may include service charge insurance and property owner's liability for shared facilities.

Yes, unoccupied properties face higher risks and require specialized vacant property insurance. Standard policies may exclude coverage after 30-60 days of vacancy. Unoccupied property insurance covers theft, vandalism, and damage during void periods.

Rent guarantee insurance protects mortgage payments by covering lost rental income when tenants default. Some policies include mortgage payment protection that directly covers mortgage costs during rental income interruption periods.

Yes, short-term rental insurance covers Airbnb, holiday lets, and serviced accommodation. This specialized coverage addresses higher turnover risks, guest liability, contents damage, and business interruption specific to short-term rental operations.

Property investment companies need directors and officers (D&O) insurance protecting board members from personal liability for company decisions, regulatory investigations, and shareholder claims. This covers legal defense costs and personal asset protection.

Yes, landlords and property investors increasingly need cyber insurance to protect tenant personal data, rental records, and financial information. This covers GDPR breaches, data recovery costs, and regulatory fines for data protection failures.

Legal expenses insurance covers tenant disputes, possession proceedings, contract disagreements, and property-related legal issues. This includes court costs, solicitor fees, and representation for landlord-tenant disputes and property litigation.

Yes, we can arrange combined coverage for property developers who also hold investment properties. This includes development phase insurance transitioning to rental property coverage once projects are completed and let to tenants.

Property investors need enhanced fire safety coverage including fire risk assessment compliance, fire safety equipment, emergency lighting, and fire door requirements. This covers regulatory compliance costs and fire safety upgrade expenses.

Not necessarily. Portfolio policies can cover mixed property types (residential, commercial, HMOs) under one policy with appropriate coverage adjustments. However, specialized properties may need separate policies for optimal coverage.

Bridging loan lenders typically require comprehensive property insurance, often with the lender noted as interested party. Some policies include coverage for additional financing costs arising from property damage or rental income loss.

Yes, rent-to-rent operators need specialized coverage including tenant liability, subletting risks, and guaranteed rent obligations. This covers the unique risks of renting properties from landlords and subletting to multiple tenants.

Social housing investments require enhanced coverage for vulnerable tenants, regulatory compliance, and specialized management risks. This includes coverage for care responsibilities, safeguarding issues, and social housing regulatory requirements.

Yes, professional indemnity insurance covers property management errors, advice given to tenants, maintenance failures, and breach of management duties. This protects against claims arising from property management mistakes and negligence.

Environmental liability insurance covers pollution incidents, contamination cleanup, and environmental damage claims. This is particularly important for commercial properties, former industrial sites, and properties with environmental risk factors.

Yes, UK residents living overseas can obtain UK property investment insurance for their rental properties. However, additional considerations may apply for non-resident tax status and property management arrangements.

Leasehold property investors may need service charge insurance covering management company failures, ground rent disputes, and leasehold-specific liabilities. This protects against service charge recovery issues and leasehold management problems.

While deposit protection schemes are mandatory, legal expenses insurance can cover disputes over deposit deductions, tenancy deposit scheme compliance, and related legal costs for deposit-related tenant disputes.

Partnership disputes in property investment can be covered by professional indemnity and legal expenses insurance. This includes disagreements over property management, profit sharing, and partnership dissolution issues.

Yes, legal expenses insurance covers rent review disputes, lease renewal negotiations, and commercial tenancy disagreements. This includes professional representation for rent review arbitration and lease renewal proceedings.

Following the Building Safety Act, property investors need enhanced coverage for building safety compliance, resident engagement, and safety case requirements. This covers building safety manager liability and compliance costs for high-rise buildings.

Terrorism insurance may be required for high-value commercial properties or properties in high-risk locations. This covers damage from terrorist acts and business interruption following terrorism incidents affecting the property.

We provide claims advocacy support and can arrange independent loss adjusters or legal representation. Our policies may include legal expenses coverage for insurance disputes, helping challenge declined claims through proper appeals processes.