In a perfect world, every tenant would ensure that they submit their rental payments on time, and you would never have to worry about how to handle late rent payments. The reality is that everyone makes mistakes sometimes. Even if you have great tenants, they may mess up a due date and pay their rent…Read More
For many people, owning and caring for pets is one of the greatest joys in life. People of all ages, backgrounds, and lifestyles consider owning a dog, cat, or another animal to be a great way to stay happy and healthy. When renting, however, many tenants find that their landlords are not so keen on…Read More
While it is your tenant’s responsibility to look after the general well-being of the property while they occupy it, there are always going to be times when you need to visit the property to make repairs and check on things yourself. The terms of your lease will determine who is responsible for what types of…Read More
The world of commercial real estate can be overwhelmingly competitive at times. Whether there are a lot of properties on the market or many tenants looking to lease commercial space, finding ways to close the deal will become something of an art for seasoned landlords and property investors. One clause that can help make a…Read More
The lease. It’s the center of your rental agreement with any tenant and is thus the most important thing for you to put time, energy, and money into developing properly. Even if you have a good verbal relationship with a prospective tenant, nothing can protect both theirs and your rights as well as a properly…Read More
As a landlord, there are many things that you will have to deal with on a day-to-day basis. While some might imagine the life of a landlord to be one of ease, simply collecting rent once a month, that is not the case. Instead, your day might be filled with calls from applicants about your…Read More
When you sign a lease with a tenant, they gain primary control of the property during their lease period. This means that anytime that you need to enter the property, you are legally required to give them notice about when and why you will be entering the property. While it might seem like a simple…Read More
While winter can be one of the most beautiful times of the year, it can also be one of the most infuriating. From driving on icy roads to clearing your car every morning, winter brings snowfall, and snow can cause many issues for landlords. One of the most common problems that landlords come across is…Read More
You’ve done it: You’ve renovated a property, found a great tenant, and are ready to begin their lease period. Once you’ve given them the key, you’ll be able to stop worrying about this property and move on to the next, right? Yes and no. While finding a tenant and getting them into a property is…Read More
Whether you’re a new landlord setting up your first rental agreement ever or you’re a more experienced landlord that needs a refresher on putting together a month-to-month rental agreement, it’s important that you get a full understanding of what to include and why. Tenancy at will situations, also known as a month-to-month lease agreement, may…Read More
