Are renters in S_cooper_dawson required to buy renter's insurance?

The Commonwealth of Virginia does not require that renters in S_cooper_dawson to pay for a renter's insurance policy. However, leases prepared by our property managers require that renters purchase renter’s insurance to cover losses of the tenant's personal property due to theft, fire, renter negligence, or if someone is injured at the rental property. A’s insurance policy protects the rental dwelling from loss, but not the tenant’s personal property if it is damaged, destroyed or stolen. Please contact your insurance agent to let them know that you are putting your property into service.

Do you need advice about rental property management?

Talk to one of our experts about rental property in Virginia.