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DP-3 policies are different from HO-3. Loss of rental income, tenant damage, and landlord duties affect claim handling.
DP-3 policies are different from HO-3. Loss of rental income, tenant damage, and landlord duties affect claim handling.
Context
Overview
Dwelling fire policies (DP-3) cover rental properties. They typically include loss of rental income. Tenant damage may or may not be covered depending on intent. Property managers handle the claim but the landlord is the insured.
How it works
Workflow
- 01
Step 1
Confirm DP-3 policy terms and endorsements
- 02
Step 2
Document damage as if HO-3 plus rental income loss
- 03
Step 3
Notify landlord and coordinate on FNOL
- 04
Step 4
Handle tenant communications during claim
- 05
Step 5
Document rental income lost
- 06
Step 6
Coordinate repairs to minimize vacancy
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- ✓We work for policyholders, not insurance companies
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What kind of damage?
Pick the closest match. We will ask for details next.
Avoid these
Common mistakes
- XTreating DP-3 like HO-3 (differences matter)
- XMissing loss-of-rental-income claims
- XSkipping landlord notification protocol
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- ✓Licensed Florida public adjusters
- ✓We work for policyholders, not insurance companies
- ✓No fee unless we recover more than you were offered
What kind of damage?
Pick the closest match. We will ask for details next.
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