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Wear & Tear Checklist for Rental

Wear And Tear Checklist For Landlords

Most successful landlords understand the importance of a move-out checklist. It’s the document that requires both landlord and tenant to go through the rental property a week or so before the tenant moves out. Landlords prepping a unit for turnover might think that the condition of the property is good enough or they are so familiar with the…Read More

Do Landlords Supply Rental Appliances?

Do Landlords Have To Provide Rental Appliances?

Landlords are required by law to behave a certain way, such as providing notice before entering and delivering written notices for lease violations. They are also required to provide their tenants with a number of things when renting out a property, such as working electricity and plumbing systems. When it comes to appliances, however, many landlords…Read More

Where to Report Bad Property Managers and What to Do Next

Where To Report Bad Property Managers (And What To Do Next)

Sometimes, you’ll need help managing your business. Bringing on contractors and property managers just makes sense as you grow, but that decision doesn’t always lead to positive results. You may even need to learn how to file a complaint against a property management company. In most cases, it’s tenants who complain about or take legal…Read More

Building Maintenance Checklist for Landlords

Building Maintenance Checklist For Landlords: RentPrep Guide

Managing buildings with multiple units or homes that require regular servicing brings new issues to landlords that you might not be familiar with. Preventative maintenance is essential for the long-term profitability of buildings, but not all landlords know how to manage these tasks effectively. What you need to succeed in this respect is a high-quality…Read More

Landlord Guide: Can A Landlord Install Security Cameras On Rental Property? [2022

Updated July 22, 2022 Security systems have grown in popularity over the past few years. In fact, according to the 2022 State of Safety report, 62% of Americans use at least one type of security system to protect their homes. With security cameras becoming more affordable for consumers and available everywhere, the low-cost investment compared…Read More

Can A Landlord Install a Security Camera?

Landlord Guide: Can A Landlord Install Security Cameras On Rental Property? [2022]

Updated July 22, 2022 Security systems have grown in popularity over the past few years. In fact, according to the 2022 State of Safety report, 62% of Americans use at least one type of security system to protect their homes. With security cameras becoming more affordable for consumers and available everywhere, the low-cost investment compared…Read More

top blogs for starter landlords to follow

Top Property Management Blogs For New Landlords

New landlords are often overwhelmed with information. There’s a massive world of property management, and determining exactly what is relevant to you as you start your journey into this can be challenging. What information matters most to beginner landlords, and how can you access it? Today, we’ve gathered a list of the top blogs for…Read More

Who Is Responsible For Lawn Maintenance: Landlord Or Tenant?

Who Is Responsible For Lawn Maintenance: Landlord Or Tenant?

When renting out a property, the tenant gains the right to use the property as their own. In doing so, they take on specific responsibilities. Is the tenant responsible for lawn maintenance as one of those responsibilities, or does that job still fall to the landlord? This question is confusing for many landlords, particularly when…Read More

property inspection checklist

Rental Property Inspection Checklist: What You Should Check

Before buying a new investment property, it is essential that you work through your rental property inspection checklist and ensure that you are making a wise choice. Inspections done by you and by professional home inspectors will help you better evaluate potential repair and renovation expenses and rentability. If you choose to skip an official…Read More

10 Ways to Make Your Apartment Accessible

How To Make Your Apartment Handicap Accessible: 10 Tips

Updated December 2021 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….Read More