Assuming you don't have a mortgage that requires a certain level of insurance, you can get a stop-loss policy covering all the properties. 

Even if we didn't renew the tenants when the leases were up or if they had their own renter's insurance policies, we felt it was a bit too risky.  

As the new owner, you’ll want the lease and your landlord insurance policy to take effect as soon as you take title to the property.Temporary Lease Considerations:While short-term leases can work well, leasing to a seller long-term often leads to complications.

-Have an extra umbrella policy-Speak with my real estate attorney to make sure I did enough to limit my liability. 

If you're strictly seeking off-market deals, I recommend connecting with and working with a reliable/resourceful wholesaler instead of a real estate agent.

Tell them your policy and they can either abide by it or move out.

My husband and I are licensed financial professionals and we love to educate on IULʻs or different types of policies that can assist in situations such as these! 

If they are VERY professional, they will have their processes in writing as verification that policies are enforced equally and fairly by their entire staff.6.

We have since relocated and the properties are strictly used for rental.

Don't use it strictly as a tool to turn the property into one you want to live in.