A specialized insurance product provider delivering insurance and protection solutions across the property management ecosystem.
KIS is a licensed insurance agency operating through a Single Parent Captive in partnership with nationwide brokers and carriers. Its primary distribution engine is PURE HomeRiver, providing immediate access to over 40,000 managed units — the launchpad for a scalable, multi-manager platform.
Mission
KIS establishes a new and sustainable revenue stream for KASTL LLC by strategically positioning itself as a crucial value-add provider of insurance and protection solutions. Following successful implementation within PHR's portfolio, KIS will pivot to marketing its proven suite of products to third-party property managers — and ultimately become embedded in KASTL LLC's software platform.
The strategy culminates in KIS becoming a full-scale Managing General Agent (MGA). By securing underwriting authority — "the pen" — KIS will exert total control over pricing and program design. This shift maximizes margin capture and allows for the seamless, native integration of protection products directly into our proprietary tech stack.
SPC Benefits to KASTL
·Underwriting Profit Retention: KIS retains 100% of surplus (premiums minus claims & expenses). Industry average: 40–70% of premium collected.
·Investment Income: KIS collects premiums upfront and pays claims over time, investing reserves and keeping the yield.
·Direct Reinsurance Access: Bypass retail brokers and buy catastrophic protection directly from wholesale reinsurers at significantly lower rates.
·Market Leverage: As a licensed insurance entity, KIS is a peer to other carriers — able to negotiate premium sharing with brokers.
Product Strategy — Four-Tier Protection Framework
Insurance and protection solutions tailored to every stakeholder in the property management ecosystem
Resident Solutions
Renters Insurance
Security Deposit Waiver
Breed Specific Protection
Pet Damage Waiver
Owner Solutions
Landlord Liability & Dwelling
Home Warranty Protection
Guaranteed Rental Income
Eviction Recovery Protection
Vendor Solutions
Master Vendor Policy
COI compliance management
Property Manager Solutions
Commercial General Liability
Errors & Omissions
Cyber Liability
Combined Pro Forma
All programs · Today through December 2028
Assumptions
Fronting Carrier Fee / Year$150K
Admin + Misc Fees / Year$110K
Organic Growth / MonthNew doors added per month — applies to all programs500
Total Premiums 2026
$653K
Jun–Dec partial year
Total Premiums 2027
$6.19M
Full year projection
Total Premiums 2028
$12.25M
+98% vs 2027
Expense Summary 2026
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Expense Summary 2027
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Premium by Program
Annual gross premium per program — 2026, 2027 and 2028
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2027 premium mix
Share of $6.19M total premium
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Share of $12.25M total premium
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Renters Insurance
1st Party · Jun 2026 – Dec 2028
Covers resident-caused accidental damage (fire, smoke, explosion, water) and provides HO-4 equivalent policies for personal property and broader liability. Includes ongoing compliance management to ensure tenants meet the minimum insurance requirements in their leases.
Product Brief — Renters Insurance
Overview
The RI program provides residents with required liability coverage while creating a streamlined revenue stream for the property management ecosystem. Using a fixed $15/month premium and a structured opt-out adoption strategy, the program aims to achieve full portfolio integration within 12 months. New residents are auto-enrolled at lease signing — those opting out must provide a valid certificate of insurance meeting minimum requirements within 72 hours prior to move-in or they are force-placed into the master policy.
Ongoing Compliance
For residents providing third-party coverage, KIS verifies on an ongoing basis that policies remain active and carry minimum coverage requirements. Residents with inactive or inadequate policies are placed into the master policy. A "Administrative Compliance Fee" is assessed to residents providing third-party coverage, covering all effort and cost associated with confirming ongoing compliance.
For the Resident
"Good to Go" the moment they sign the lease
No separate bills — built into rent ledger
$15/month equivalent to standalone policy
No deductible for resident-caused property damage
Broader coverages than typical retail policy
For Property Managers
KIS tracks and manages all compliance
No coverage gaps — force-placement backstop
Quick claims response with PM control over process
Renewal TLL AdoptionExisting residents up for renewal on Beagle/Second Nature TLL program70%
Organic TLL Adoption70%
KIS Commission %30%
Loss Ratio %20%
2026 Premium
$539K
7 months
2027 Premium
$3.12M
Full year
2028 Premium
$5.51M
Full year
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Security Deposit Waiver
1st Party · Jun 2026 – Dec 2028
Allows residents to pay a monthly fee in lieu of a larger upfront deposit. The captive backs the program to cover end-of-lease damages not paid by the tenant. Pricing is based on credit scores rather than rent amounts.
Assumptions
Premium / Policy / Month$30
Existing Door Adoption5%
New Door Adoption5%
KIS Commission %30%
Loss Ratio %70%
2026 Premium
$114K
7 months
2027 Premium
$950K
Full year
2028 Premium
$701K
Maturing book
Net to Captive 2027
$0
After comm + loss
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Guaranteed Rental Income
1st Party · Jan 2027 start
Protects owners against loss of rental income due to eviction, combined with guaranteed monthly disbursements while the property is leased. Provides financial continuity for owners during tenant non-performance and removal proceedings.
Product Brief — Guaranteed Rental Income
Overview
Transforms rent collection from a variable risk into a fixed, predictable asset for PHR. By decoupling owner disbursements from resident payment behavior, PHR can offer a "Guaranteed Rent" model that serves as a powerful differentiator for new owner acquisition and churn reduction. A premium of 0.65% of monthly rent is integrated directly into the monthly management fee.
Core Features
Owners receive funds on a fixed day regardless of resident payment status. KIS covers up to 3 months of unpaid rent during eviction proceedings, reimbursing PHR once the claim is filed. PHR maintains the owner's cash flow during legal proceedings while KIS provides back-end reimbursement. Maximum allowable monthly protection: $4,000/month.
For PHR
Competitive differentiator in the market
Standardizes disbursement accounting
KIS absorbs 2.5% eviction risk
Bonus revenue for lower eviction rates
For Owner
Protection against rent skips up to 3 months
Align debt service with guaranteed payments
Ideal for investors with tight mortgage margins
Adoption Strategy
New doors: 100% inclusion via PHR mgmt fee
Legacy renewals: opt-in at 1% rate
500 new doors/month organic growth
Assumptions
Avg Rent / Door / Month$2,500
Premium as % of Rent0.65%
Existing Door Adoption2%
New Door Adoption100%
KIS Commission %30%
Eviction Loss Ratio %57.7%
2027 Premium
$690K
Jan–Dec ramp
2028 Premium
$1.96M
Full year
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Breed Specific Protection
1st Party · Jan 2027 start
Provides coverage for residents who own one of the 7–9 listed restricted breeds typically excluded from standard landlord liability policies. Fills a critical gap that often prevents residents with certain pets from securing housing.
Assumptions
Premium / Policy / Month$65
Residents with Pets50%
Restricted Breed %5%
KIS Commission %30%
Loss Ratio %25%
2027 Premium
$486K
Jan–Dec ramp
2028 Premium
$1.38M
Full year
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Jan 2027 start — growing through 2028
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Pet Damage Waiver
1st Party · Premium TBD — Feasibility Study Required
Incorporated into pet rent, this product supplies properties with dedicated pet damage coverage backed by the captive. Protects owners from repair costs caused by resident pets beyond what standard deposits cover.
Product Brief — Pet Damage Waiver
Overview
The PDW replaces traditional stagnant pet policies with a dynamic protection model. Residents pay a monthly $50 Pet Rent Premium bifurcated across two stakeholders: $30 goes directly to the owner as additional rental income, and $20 to KIS as a risk premium to fund a professional Pet Damage Guarantee of up to $2,000 for pet-specific property damage.
Coverage
The $2,000 guarantee covers the most expensive pet issues: floor replacement, subfloor sealing, and deep odor remediation. Unlike a traditional pet deposit (capped and legally restricted), this ceiling provides meaningful protection. KIS only triggers the guarantee for catastrophic pet damage — claim frequency is historically below 5%.
For PHR
Markets to 100% of applicant pool — no "no pet" barriers
Standardized non-negotiable pricing structure
Pet-owning residents are statistically less likely to move
Reduces vacancy loss and turnover costs
For KIS
$20 per pet per month recurring revenue
Favorable loss ratio (<5% claim frequency)
Scalable with portfolio growth
Data aggregation to refine future products
For Owner
$2,000 guarantee vs. capped traditional deposit
Risk transferred to KIS — no "pet gamble"
$30/month additional income per pet
Units stay occupied longer
Scenario Modeling
Premium / Policy / Month$0
Residents with Pets50%
Lease Renewal %66%
KIS Commission %30%
Loss Ratio %20%
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2028 Premium (scenario)
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⚠ Awaiting Feasibility Study
Use the sliders above to model potential scenarios. Based on lease assumptions, an estimated 6,400+ policies could be active by end of 2027 if launched in January. The $20,000 feasibility study cost is included in 2027 combined expenses.
Home Warranty Protection
1st Party · Jan 2027 start · Two tiers
Covers the cost of repairing or replacing major home systems and appliances that break down due to normal wear and tear. Offered in standard and platinum tiers to meet varying levels of coverage need across the managed portfolio.
Product Brief — Home Warranty Protection
Overview
A professional-grade protection plan designed specifically for rental property owners — moving away from the consumer-grade model plagued by slow response times and restricted vendor lists. The HWP is vendor-neutral, allowing PHR to use their own trusted and vetted vendors. It acts as a financial backstop rather than a dispatch service, covering issues quickly without waiting for authorization on repairs under a threshold (e.g., $500).
Claim Mechanics
Resident submits a work order request → PHR dispatches their vendor instantly → PHR charges the owner a $100 service deductible (25% kept as work order management fee, 75% applied to invoice) → Vendor invoices PHR → PHR pays invoice from owner operating fund → PHR submits invoice to KIS → KIS verifies coverage and pays PHR net of the 75% service fee already collected.
Standard Tier — $45/mo
HVAC: Semi-annual tune-ups + parts/labor up to $1,500/year
Plumbing: Leaks, clogs, water heater repair/replacement, garbage disposer
Roof leak: Patching and minor repairs (not full replacement)
Re-keying: Complimentary during tenant turnover
Owner Value
Covered issues resolved quickly — no dispatch delays
Reduces or eliminates large surprise expense items
More predictable cash flow for owners
Premiums are tax deductible
Assumptions
Standard Tier / Month$50
Platinum Tier / Month$75
Standard vs Platinum Tier70/30
Existing Owner Adoption1.5%
Organic Growth Adoption25%
2027 Premium
$750K
Jan–Dec ramp
2028 Premium
$2.20M
Full year
Blended Premium
$57.50
Per policy / month
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Jan 2027 start
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Eviction Recovery Insurance
1st Party · Jan 2027 start · 0.65% of rent
Covers the legal costs associated with removing non-performing tenants, including attorney fees and court costs. Reduces financial exposure for property owners navigating the eviction process.
Product Brief — Eviction Recovery Protection
Overview
An optional risk-mitigation product designed to sit alongside — but remain distinct from — Guaranteed Rental Income. It covers the financial expenses related to legal/attorney fees, process serving, filing, and court costs resulting from evictions and regaining possession of the property. For a low monthly fee, KIS indemnifies the owner against all filing, legal, and administrative costs up to $4,000 per incident, transforming a volatile high-cost event into a predictable line item.
Mechanics
PHR submits premiums to KIS monthly. When an eviction claim is made, PHR submits all fees to KIS for reimbursement. The premium is set at 0.65% of monthly rent — approximately $16.25/month per door at the $2,500 average rent assumption.
For PHR
Streamlined claims submission process
Differentiator in owner acquisition
Reduces owner attrition during eviction events
For Owner
No surprise expenses from eviction proceedings
Up to $4,000 coverage per incident
Predictable, low monthly cost
Covers attorney, filing and court fees
Projections
Premium: 0.65% of monthly rent
~$16.25/month per policy at $2,500 avg rent
Projected 1,722 policies by end of 2027
Gross premium: $195K (2027) · $494K (2028)
Assumptions
Avg Rent / Door / Month$2,500
Premium as % of Rent0.65%
Existing Door Adoption2%
New Door Adoption25%
Adoption Window (months)5 mo
2027 Premium
$195K
Jan–Dec ramp
2028 Premium
$494K
Full year
Implied Premium / Month
$16.25
Per policy
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Jan 2027 start
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Landlord Liability & Dwelling
3rd Party · Mar 2026 start
Provides rental dwelling coverage and liability protection with optional rent loss coverage from a covered peril. Delivered through a Master Policy specifically designed for owners via a national insurance provider — offering broader coverage and competitive rates. KIS earns a commission with no risk of loss.
3rd Party
Product Brief — Landlord Liability & Dwelling
Overview
LLD insurance was designed specifically for the residential rental market. Unlike standard homeowner policies — which often contain occupancy clauses that void coverage if the owner doesn't reside on-site — LLD is built to protect non-resident investors. The product is delivered through SWBC via a Master Policy. KIS earns a 15% commission with no risk of loss.
Two Coverage Pillars
Dwelling Coverage: All-risk protection for the physical structure — fire, wind, hail, water damage — with optional Loss of Rent coverage if the property becomes uninhabitable. Liability Coverage: $1,000,000 liability protection against bodily injury or property damage lawsuits, specifically designed to meet PHR Property Management Agreement indemnity requirements.
For Owner
Seamless compliance — no manual insurance uploads
Group-style rates through SWBC
No "vacant property" or "tenant damage" exclusions
Optional Loss of Rents coverage
Avoids 60-day vacancy trap
$1M liability coverage
For PHR
Reduces liability across portfolio
Eliminates COI tracking burden
Every enrolled door backed by verified policy
Implementation
Legacy conversion: PMA renewal trigger
Target 0.5% adoption — 200 policies Year 1
New onboarding: preferred solution at PMA signing
Organic adoption ramps from 5% to 25% by Month 5
KIS: 15% commission, zero risk
Assumptions
Avg Premium / Year$1,750
KIS Commission %15%
Existing Door Adoption0.5%
Max Organic Adoption30%
Total Starting Doors40K
KIS Commissions 2026
$138K
Mar–Dec partial year
KIS Commissions 2027
$487K
Full year plateau
KIS Commissions 2028
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Master Vendor Policy
1st Party · Vendor Solutions
A mandatory master liability wrap for every vendor regardless of size — eliminating the compliance gap for small vendors and the COI tracking burden for large ones.
Product Brief — Master Vendor Policy
Overview
The Master Vendor Policy solves the compliance gap that exists with smaller vendors lacking required liability insurance, while large vendors present a continuous administrative burden to track and verify coverage. Every vendor — regardless of size — contributes to a master liability wrap managed by KIS. The program uses two distinct tiers based on vendor size and existing coverage.
Tier 1 — Compliance Gap
Target: Handymen, cleaners, solo contractors
No independent $1M/$2M CGL policy
Auto-enrolled in KIS Master Policy
Percentage-based fee deducted from every invoice
Provides pay-as-you-go professional coverage
Tier 2 — Compliance-as-a-Service
Target: Large firms with existing insurance
Contingent wrap secondary to vendor's primary policy
Flat $15–$25 administrative fee per invoice
Backstop against policy lapses or hidden exclusions
KIS handles all COI auditing
Value Proposition
For PHR: Eliminates COI paper chase and manual errors
Shifts 100% of vendor liability off PM's books
For Owner: Every vendor backed by institutional policy