Sometimes, a tenant may bring up something in a lease that they’re not a fan of. Now, this could be as soon as they have received the lease and before they sign or this could be later down the road after an issue has arisen and the lease is referred to. There are times when…
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RentPrep is your go-to for anything tenant screening. From blog posts, to guides to downloadable landlord forms, we’ve got everything you need while you’re on your rental property journey. For right now, we’ll start off with a brief one-page checklist for screening a tenant. It’s handy to have a one-pager to gain the bird’s eye…
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With approximately 18.5 million military veterans across the United States, many face a pressing challenge: homelessness. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), on a single night in January 2023, 35,574 veterans were without shelter. Landlords can play a crucial role in addressing this issue by offering their rental properties to veterans. While this…
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Millions of people in the United States have disabilities. Often, these individuals find that traditional housing options don’t meet their needs. Landlords can attract these potential tenants by taking time to make an apartment handicap accessible so that these rental properties are more comfortable, welcoming, and friendly to those with special needs. To get a…
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The real estate industry is a huge, sprawling industry that intersects with many other industries in the United States and around the world. There are always companies coming and going, and it can be hard to have a complete understanding of what currently operating businesses have to offer. CBRE is one of those companies. They…
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There are a lot of things in the world that can be dangerous when used improperly. Something as simple as an oven to a more obviously dangerous item like a gun can be risky to have around the house, but that does not necessarily mean that a landlord is allowed to ban them. With changing…
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One of the most frustrating parts of being a landlord is dealing with out-of-control tenants and their out-of-control guests. There is no more significant event that highlights this frustration than when a tenant decides to throw a party. Landlords: You need to stop your rental property from becoming party central. Allowing parties to occur can…
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Property management is an essential business for many in the rental industry. Landlords and tenants work with property managers on both sides, making their role necessary. If you’re ready to learn how to start a property management company and get involved in this thriving market, today’s your day to know more. Running a property management…
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When people are planning a big move to a new neighborhood or a new investment in a property in an unfamiliar area, they often want to research the location to find out if it is likely to be a good fit for their needs. From researching schools to researching crime rates, tenants looking for rentals…
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Most people think of landlords and tenants living in separate spaces, but what about when you decide to rent out a room in your home? When you do this, you become a landlord just as surely as if you owned another building that you would be renting out completely. Still, the rules and regulations might…
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