What Are the Common Insurance Claim Mistakes in Multi-Family Buildings? One Issue Involves Selecting Coverage

By Cooperator Studio 5 April 2018 Insurance

Edward Mackoul of Mackoul & Associates talks about insurance mistakes.

When it comes to selecting a multi-family building insurance premium, the natural tendency is to go with the least expensive option. But cheaper doesn't always mean better or even proper. Insurance expert Edward Mackoul outlines the common mistakes associated with insurance coverage for multi-family buildings.

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