January 2014

Dealing with delinquent tenants is an unavoidable part of operating a self storage facility. Strict legal requirements make enforcing storage liens and selling tenants' property a risky proposition. The risk is even greater for those facilities that permit the storage of motor vehicles. Unlike other kinds...

Property damage caused by flooding is not covered by standard homeowners’ insurance policies, so those facing a flood risk need a separate flood insurance policy. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) provides access to affordable, federally backed flood insurance. What is a Flood? The NFIP defines a...