Podcast 351: Where to Draw the Line with Tenants' Guests

Tenant’s Guests: Where To Draw The Line (Podcast #351)

Whether it’s a tenant who has a guest over every single day since they moved in or are hoping to have some friends over for a party. Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, discusses where and when you should draw the line when it comes to your tenant’s guests. Spring is here! Are your rental property lawns…
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Landlord Alert: Tricks Desperate Rental Applicants Use

Updated May 2021 As a landlord, you’re always on the lookout for the best tenant out of your pool of rental applicants. When you haven’t been a landlord for long, it’s important to be aware of some common tricks that desperate rental applicants try to pull on naïve landlords. These scams are designed to put…
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How To: Hiring Independent Contractors as Property Managers

How To: Hiring Independent Contractors As Property Managers

Updated April 2021 In any business, hiring and managing employees can be a difficult and challenging process. It can also become a legal and bookkeeping nightmare and cost a lot in terms of bureaucracy and record-keeping. As an alternative, hiring independent contractors in the rental industry is common practice. Landlords bring these individuals on as…
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Podcast 350: Should You Require Renters Insurance?

Renters Insurance: Should You Require It? (Podcast #350)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about renters insurance. Although it’s often not required, it may still be a good investment for those that are on the leary side of renting. Contacting former landlords, is it legal and should you consider it when renting out your property to new tenants? Find out in this week’s cast….
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How To Execute Tax Refund Garnishments For Past Due Rent

Updated April 2021 After winning an eviction case or other civil court case against a tenant, it’s time to collect what you are owed. Once you have a judgment against a tenant for not paying rent, what happens next? Learning how to execute tax refund garnishments for past due rent is a great way to…
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how to deal with bad tenants

Easy Landlord Guide: How To Get A Tenant Out ASAP

Updated April 2021 Sometimes, tenants just don’t work out. From causing frequent problems to finding loopholes right and left, there are many ways this can happen. In addition to the loss of income, a bad tenant can add serious stress to your life. Learning the best way to get rid of bad tenants can be…
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RentPrep Podcast #349

Rental Property With Criminal History (Podcast #349)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about divulging information about a rental property’s criminal history. Do you have to tell tenants that the property has a bit of a past? Find out if “rent discounts” are a thing in 2021 and suggestions on how and when to implement them for your best tenants. Last, but not…
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Podcast 348: When Tenants Break the Subleasing Rules

Subleasing: When Tenants Break The Rules (Podcast #348)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about tenants who violate the subleasing terms set out in their contract and how to best handle the situation. Tax season is here! Have you received a W9 request from your tenant’s employer? If so, you’re not alone. Find out what to do when you’re asked for this information. Last,…
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Landlord Guide: How Often Can a Landlord Inspect a Property?

Landlord Guide: How Often Can A Landlord Inspect A Property?

Updated March 2021 Even though you are the rightful owner of your rental property, the law is quite clear on when and how often a landlord can inspect a property. Landlord access to a tenant-occupied property is limited by these laws, and you cannot simply enter at will without good reason. Breaking these rules could…
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Podcast 347: Rental Application with Federal Tax Liens

Rental Applicant w/ Federal Tax Liens (Podcast #347)

What should you do when you find an old federal tax lien on a rental applicant’s credit check, but it’s been over 20 years since the lien first appeared? Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, explores this particular situation in this latest episode. Plus, Andrew will go over the very basics of how to start the process…
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