Sharon Fox-Slater
Sharon Fox-Slater is the Managing Director of EBM RentCover, which protects more than 155,000 rental properties across Australia. For more info, visit <a href="RentCover.com.au">RentCover.com.au</a>.
Managing an Airbnb? These are your insurance options…
The popularity of Airbnb is on the rise again and some property managers are taking on managing these short-stay rentals. EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater provides a run-down on the insurance options and why it’s important for your landlords to choose the right cover.
Sharon Fox-Slater: why insurance premiums are rising
Price rises are generally bad news. Who likes the thought of paying more for anything? That applies to…
Sharon Fox Slater: Australia’s costliest disaster – one year on
It’s been just over a year since floods ravaged Queensland and New South Wales. The price in terms…
Hidden costs that make up a sum insured
Sums insured are incredibly important when it comes to property insurances as getting it wrong can result in…
Sharon Fox Slater: under pressure – the impact of cost-of-living on landlords and tenants
As cost-of-living pressures continue to weigh heavily, agents may find they need to address flow-on issues with their…
Sharon Fox-Slater: insurance insights for 2023
What have we learnt about real estate and insurance over the past couple of years? And how does…
Insurance isn’t immune to rising costs
The rising cost of living is a big issue right now and just as food and fuel prices…
Weather woes – how environmental issues impact insurance
Floods, storms, bushfires, cyclones – there’s no doubt that Australians and their properties can bear the brunt of…
How the floods impact insurance: FAQs answered!
Floods – sadly, many Australians and their properties are bearing the brunt of Mother Nature. This means an…
Is landlord insurance worth it?
Trying to save money as the cost-of-living skyrockets makes good sense. But, as EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon…
Sharon Fox-Slater: beware the underinsurance trap
The recent floods in Queensland and New South Wales have again highlighted the issue of underinsurance, with many…
Insurance claims: What’s the hold up?
When things go pear-shaped at a rental, you want to get it sorted quickly. But while there are…
Sharon Fox-Slater: 12 landlord insurance misconceptions
Owning an investment property comes with its own unique set of risks, so it makes sense to want…
Sharon Fox-Slater: What to do before and after a flood
Floods are the most frequent type of natural disaster world-wide and, for the east coast of Australia, it’s…
The COVID-19 lessons we can all learn from
It’s hard to believe that we are entering our third year under the ever-looming shadow of COVID-19.
Four major changes to landlord insurance
The year 2021 has been a big one! Not only has COVID-19 continued to impact the way we…
30 things to look for in landlord insurance
It was back in 1991 when a gap in the market was recognised for specialist landlord insurance.
What to do if a tenant dies: Sharon Fox Slater
It's never easy, but many property managers will have to deal with a tenant passing away at some…
Protecting your property from Mother Nature: Sharon Fox-Slater
When it comes to natural disasters, Australia scores the trifecta – bushfires, cyclones and storms. With the weather…
Safeguard your legal liability: Sharon Fox-Slater
As a property manager, you are expected to reduce the risk associated with a landlord’s investment. But what…
Off the leash and on the lease – the pros and cons of pets in rentals
COVID-19 has sparked unprecedented demand for furry house mates. In fact, since 2012, more than 50,000 pets were…
Learning through a crisis
COVID-19 has uprooted nearly every aspect of life, including how people live and work, and how companies and…
Pandemic sheds light on landlord insurance myths
The global pandemic has taught us a lot, but not all of it is about hand hygiene and…
Renovating and insurance cover
Landlord insurance and the Goldilocks principle
“Just right” sang Goldilocks when she found a bowl of porridge, chair and bed that suited her needs…
A step-by-step guide to natural disaster claims
This summer has seen devastating bushfires ravage the east and west, heatwaves, hailstorms and cyclones. As a result,…
NYE parties in rentals: What are the risks for PMs?
Just as you’ve cleared away the Christmas tinsel and left-over turkey, it’s time to pop a bottle of…
Five big issues that affected the real estate industry in 2019
The real estate industry is constantly evolving, as is the insurance that protects it. EBM RentCover Managing Director…
Protecting properties this festive season
The festive season is all about goodwill, joyous get-togethers, long-anticipated holidays and generally getting into the Christmas spirit.…
The do’s and don’ts of landlord insurance
The complexities of landlord insurance can leave even the best property managers stumped. EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon…
Top tips for streamlining insurance claims: Sharon Fox-Slater
There are many ways agents can help their clients make successful insurance claims. And while some agents dread…
Responding to changes in domestic violence laws
Changes to family and domestic violence laws are being rolled out across the country, providing greater options and…
Now is the time for that annual insurance review: Sharon Fox-Slater
It's the start of a fresh financial year, which makes now the ideal time to check your business…