what is rental verification

What Is Rental Verification (And Does Rental History Matter?)

Updated May 2021 When meeting a new prospective tenant, getting to know their rental history is a great way to find out if they’re going to be a good fit for your own property. But what exactly is rental verification, and how can it help you to connect a tenant to their rental history? Real…
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Podcast 352: Co-Signers on Rental Property Leases 101

Co-Signers On Rental Property Leases 101 (Podcast #352)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, co-signers on lease. What happens if you have a couple or a group of family members that are applying to rent your property? Here’s how to handle co-signers for your rentals. Sometimes, tenants can really start to put a damper in your day with their constant complaints. So, how do you…
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Guide: Do Landlords Have to Disclose a Death in the House?

Guide: Do Landlords Have To Disclose A Death In The House?

Updated May 2021 Did you know that there are certain laws about how and when landlords must disclose a previous death in a rental property? Unlike other types of disclosures, death disclosures are not frequently discussed. Most landlords and property managers know about landlord disclosures when it comes to information about things like lead paint…
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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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tricks desperate rental applicants

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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tax refund garnishments

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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