Landlord Advice: How to Weatherproof Windows
In some parts of the U.S., the winter of 2013 has already been significantly colder than 2012. Note to landlords: there’s a chance your tenants have noticed, too. Did you know a home loses up to 25% of...
View ArticleHow Landlords Can Reduce Tenant Turnover
Frequent tenant turnover is expensive. Landlords incur many costs associated when a property is vacated. There is the expense of cleaning or replacing carpets, repairing or painting walls, hiring a...
View ArticleWhat Are a Landlord’s Obligations if A Rental Unit Burns Down?
Recently, an apartment fire in Florida destroyed eight units and displaced thirty renters. The property management group relocated the tenants to available empty units, but is now asking them to sign a...
View ArticleEasy Cleaning Tips for Landlords
Most landlords will hire a professional cleaning service to take care of the thorough scrubbing a rental unit will need after a tenant moves out. Here are some quick cleaning tricks that new landlords...
View ArticleLandlord Advice: How to Reward Good Tenants
Every landlord hopes to find that ideal tenant, who not only passes their background check, but who also pays their rent on time and never complains about anything. Once you have found the perfect...
View ArticleLandlords Dealing With Jailed Tenants
Unfortunately, even if you are careful about only selecting tenants who pass a thorough criminal background check, sometimes the person could still end up in jail before the end of their lease...
View ArticleWhy Landlords Need To Do Routine Inspections
If you are a new landlord, then you are probably concerned first and foremost with finding good tenants, making sure your rent checks are collected on time, and keeping your renters happy. One thing...
View ArticleLandlord Spanks Tenant & Other Wacky Stories
Are you a landlord who thinks your profession is boring and uneventful? Think again. Recently, an Ohio landlord was arrested for allegedly spanking his tenant with a belt in a $2,000 rent dispute. He...
View ArticleCan Landlords Prohibit Gun Ownership?
Much of the country is divided in their stance on gun control. As a landlord or property owner you have a right to set many rules regarding your rental property, but can landlords include a clause in...
View ArticleCharacteristics of a Great Landlord
Most people are always looking for ways to improve their job performance. Landlords are no exception. If you are a new landlord, here are some tips to becoming a great landlord: Consistency: Tenants...
View ArticleLandlords: Keep Problems Out of the Attic
If you are a new landlord or property owner and your rental has an attic, there are few things you need to know about properly maintaining the space. You can secure your attic with just a few simple...
View ArticleWhen Tenant’s Damages Exceed Security Deposit
Landlords and property managers know they need to collect a security deposit from tenants in the event their rental unit is damaged. However, what happens if the price of repairs exceeds the amount of...
View ArticleBe Wary of Tenant Blacklisting Websites
The best way to make sure you select a reliable tenant is to complete a thorough tenant screening which includes a credit report and eviction history. For this, you should hire a reliable tenant...
View ArticleWhat Makes a Great Tenant?
Recently, we looked at what makes a great landlord. Today, we’ll examine some qualifications that make up a great tenant, and what information new landlords should consider when screening potential...
View ArticleLandlord Privacy Laws
Last fall, a landlord in East Hampton, NY was accused of spying on his tenants by way of multiple hidden video cameras in his rental home. The tenants who discovered the cameras filed a $4.6 million...
View ArticleLandlords: What happens to your property if you die?
Recently, we blogged about the legal woes landlords face if a tenant dies before the end of their lease agreement. Have you considered what happens to your tenants in the event that YOU die? The first...
View ArticleNew Landlords: Budget Accordingly
When starting out in the rental industry, there are costs that landlords are prepared to eat up-front. Some of these include: cleanings, painting, HOA, insurance, and new maintenance supplies, etc....
View ArticleReal Estate Investors: Do You Know Who Your Renters Are?
If you are new landlord or considering becoming a real estate investor, you should determine who your target market is going to be. Knowing what demographic of people rent in the area will help you to...
View ArticleWhy you shouldn’t let Tenants Do Repairs
While most landlords want tenants who have a sense of pride in their home, there are some renters who might not be qualified for performing DIY repairs and routine maintenance. In this case, it’s best...
View Article4 Things You MUST Do After Tenant Moves Out
One of the most important jobs of a landlord or property manager is making sure a rental is good condition for new tenants. When one renter moves out, it’s important that you check the property from...
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