Escrow & Title

In New York, a 'co-insurance' provision in a property insurance policy means:

ATwo insurance companies share the risk
BThe property owner must maintain insurance equal to a specified percentage of the property's replacement value (usually 80%) or be subject to a penalty on claims✓ Correct
CThe lender and property owner share the insurance premium
DThe tenant and landlord share the cost of insuring common areas

Explanation

A co-insurance clause in a New York commercial property insurance policy requires the insured to maintain coverage equal to at least a specified percentage (commonly 80%) of the property's replacement cost. If the property is under-insured, the insurer will only pay a proportionate share of a claim (the co-insurance formula).

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