Tennessee DP-3 landlord checks
- The quote should match the actual rental use, not a generic homeowner profile.
- Loss-of-rent or fair-rental-value wording should be visible on the quote.
- The landlord or entity name should be consistent across quote documents.
- Wind or hail wording in Tennessee can affect the deductible, roof settlement, and inspection follow-up.
Rental dwelling checkpoints
| Question | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Is DP-3 the correct dwelling form? | Landlord risks are not the same as owner-occupied HO-3 risks. |
| What occupancy did the carrier rate? | Vacancy, renovation, and short-term rental use can change eligibility. |
| Is loss of rents included? | Rental income protection is easy to assume and easy to miss. |
| Which premises hazards need documentation? | Steps, railings, pools, sidewalks, and smoke alarms can affect underwriting. |
Practical note
A Tennessee landlord quote should be reviewed beside the lease status, ownership name, and recent property photos.
Verify with official sources
Use current regulator and map information, then confirm the answer in the carrier’s quote and policy.
Tennessee verification path
Use the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance for licensing, consumer help, and complaint resources. Use the written DP-3 quote for coverage and deductible terms, and keep lease status, ownership, roof documents, and property photos with the application.