Archive for April, 2021

Apr 26, 2021

Does a rental apartment need to have a specific minimum amount of floor space?

Space is at a premium. Housing is difficult to find. Landlords may find themselves wondering just how much space they have to offer in a single rental apartment. Is there a minimum? Different cities and local governments set these restrictions. A good rule of thumb is that any single-room apartment should be at least 150 square […]

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Apr 22, 2021

5 things a tenant expects from their landlord

As a landlord, you want tenants who pay on time and do not cause you any problems. You cannot control whether they are prompt payers. However, if you understand what a tenant wants from their landlord, it can reduce the chance they give you legal problems. What causes legal issues between tenants and landlords? Most […]

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Apr 20, 2021

What do I need to do before entering a property I rent out?

As a landlord, there are many reasons you may want to enter a property. Yet, there are only some reasons for which you can. Understanding the laws is crucial to avoid a tenant claiming you invaded their privacy. Landlords usually need the tenant’s permission to enter the property If you wish to enter a property, […]

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Apr 16, 2021

3 ways to justify refusing tenants a dog when another has one

You overhear one of your tenants promising his child a dog. You remind them that you do not allow tenants to have dogs. He replies that tenant x has one, and tenant y, so why can’t his family? Despite the apparent unfairness, there may be reasons why some tenants have dogs but others cannot. Your […]

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Apr 15, 2021

Can a tenant use their deposit as the final month’s rent?

If you have a tenant who is about to move out they may say to use their security deposit for the final month’s rent. They might be moving out because they lost their job and need to move to a cheaper place. Or they might fear you will not return their deposit. Do you have […]

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Apr 13, 2021

3 steps to resolving tenant complaints

A tenant who complains a great deal is unlikely to renew their lease. While some may believe finding new tenants is simple, it actually is a costly process. Retention of current tenants increases profitability, and the key to retention is resolving tenant complaints. Here are three simple steps to aid with complaint resolution: Understand the […]

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