In business and in life, good communication is key to success. Communication is crucial in all relationships, including the landlord and tenant connection. The article aims to provide landlord tips for optimizing communication with their tenants. For … [Continue reading]
5 Rental Agreement Policies Landlords Should Not Leave Out
A rental agreement outlines the rules, regulations, details and parameters to be followed by a tenant while they are leasing property. It should cover a range of policies and specifics to ensure compliance; however, some areas are more important than … [Continue reading]
3 Tips For Landlords Taking On Short-Term Tenants In The New “Sharing Economy”
You’ve probably heard of or seen the headlines. A homeowner rents out their home on a short-term basis and ends up with the legal nightmare of a squatter who won’t leave. The “sharing economy” refers to the trend of consumer peer-to-peer rentals … [Continue reading]
Steps for Evicting a Problem Tenant by EvictionRecords.com
The need to evict a problem tenant is a reality that landlords hope they never face, but unfortunately, it’s a potential reality of renting out property. Of course, using professional tenant screening can help with vetting applicants to increase the … [Continue reading]
Month to Month vs. One Year Residential Leases: Pros and Cons for Landlords
New landlords face this dilemma when they start renting their properties: should they require a year lease, or rent the space month to month? It’s an age-old dilemma for landlords, and ultimately it becomes a matter of the specific renting scenario, … [Continue reading]
4 Key Tips for Renting to College Students
Landlords who primarily rent to college students tend to run into specific issues that other property owners may not face. It’s important to be aware of these potential pitfalls and landlord challenges to make the most of your experience as a … [Continue reading]
How to Screen Tenants Legally and Avoid Housing Discrimination
Federal Fair Housing rules prohibit landlords from discriminating against rental applicants in a number of key areas. These include: Race. Racial discrimination, whether subtle or overt, is prohibited by law. National Origin. Favoring those who … [Continue reading]
6 Key Questions Landlords Should Ask Rental Applicants
For landlords, the resident screening process should begin with how the rental ad is worded and during first contact with the rental applicant. Some key questions to rental applicants can yield valuable information in helping landlords to screen for … [Continue reading]
Michigan Landlords Can Now Deliver Eviction Notices Electronically
With an increasing number of legal proceedings now taking place online — such as the recent serving of divorce papers through Facebook — it was only a matter of time until the trend extended to tenant law. Under a new Michigan law, landlords can … [Continue reading]
4 Non-Negotiables Landlords Should Consider for New Tenants
Being a landlord can be rewarding, but there is a certain amount of risk involved. A tenant that is negligent with a property and rental agreement can lead to untold financial hardship and stress. Setting some reasonable minimum requirements is … [Continue reading]