Resources

Explore our collection of articles, covering a broad range of topics and providing valuable insights and information to help you with your insurance, risk management, and financial planning needs.
7 mins
The renters reform white paper

A quick guide to the Government's private renters reform White Paper

On the 16th of June the long-awaited whitepaper on private renters reforms proposed for England was published. We take a look at some of the proposed reforms and how they will affect landlords and tenants.

9 mins
latent defects insurance

Guide to latent defects insurance

Latent defects insurance protects property owners from unidentified issues in the structure of a property that has been built in the last 10-12 years. We look at what a latent defects policy covers, who it’s suitable for, and how it differs from other insurance policies.

8 mins
A commercial property located by the river, surrounded by people, is insured under a commercial property policy provided by Alan Boswell Group.

Who pays for building insurance on commercial property?

Who is responsible for insuring a commercial building? We answer landlord and tenant questions.

11 mins
Children's pensions

Guide to children's pensions

Children’s pensions enable parents, grandparents, and guardians to contribute towards the financial security of the next generation. Here’s how a child’s pension works, the pros and cons, and how much it could be worth.

7 mins
Directors' liabilities and covid-19

Directors' liabilities and Covid-19

Covid-19 has highlighted the importance of protecting businesses and decisions made. As well as contingency plans, it also means having appropriate management liability insurance (MLP). We explore directors’ liabilities and how MLP can mitigate financial losses.

8 mins
Multi property insurance

Multiple properties insurance: a brief guide

Do you have a portfolio of residential or commercial properties – or both? If so, you may be considering multi-property insurance. Our guide talks you through the different types of cover available to you.

12 mins
Landlord house tenant

Guide to landlord accreditation schemes and courses

In most parts of the UK landlord accreditation schemes and courses are not compulsory. Even so, growing numbers of landlords are signing up, keen to enjoy the benefits they offer.

6 mins
what is agricultural and horticultural credit insurance

What is agricultural and horticultural credit insurance?

Credit insurance compensates businesses when customers default on payment or become insolvent. We explore how agricultural and horticultural credit insurance can safeguard your farm or food business from financial loss.

23 mins
Rent guarantee claim

The landlord's guide to buy-to-let

Are you thinking of becoming a buy-to-let landlord? Or recently purchased a property you plan on letting out? If so, our buy-to-let guide for landlords helps you make the best of your new investment.

17 mins
Intellectual property rights insurance

Guide to intellectual property rights insurance

What is intellectual property and how can IP insurance help me protect my rights?

12 mins
EICR reports

Electrical checks for landlords | EICR report guide

Do you need an EICR report before you let out a property? Do you know the difference between Periodic Inspection Reports and Visual Inspection reports? Our guide to EICR for landlords answers these questions and more.

16 mins
right to rent checks

Right-to-rent checks

Under the right to rent scheme, landlords must check that prospective tenants have the right to live in the UK before renting out property. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines and even a prison sentence.