If you live in New England, you probably look forward to summer all year. The warm weather, sunshine, and beach days are some of the best parts of living in New England. However, residents know that although summer has many perks, it also has a few drawbacks. The warm weather of summer often brings in …
Are Landlords Responsible for Pest Control in the Summer Read More »
Allowing pets at a rental property is an important decision that landlords have to make before renting. It’s almost guaranteed that you’ll have one or more potential renters ask about your pet policy, so it’s important to know where you stand on the subject. The decision to allow pets or not ultimately comes down to …
As a landlord one of your biggest concerns is the safety of your tenants. You want them to feel safe and secure inside of their apartment. Making sure you are having regularly scheduled inspections to maintain proper maintenance is the first step to ensuring peace of mind for your tenants and yourself. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning …
Safety First! – How to Ensure the Safety of Your Tenants Read More »
When you become a landlord, you’ve basically signed up for almost certain complaints. No matter how hard you try, there are some issues that you cannot predict. And, as in life, problems pop up from time to time. However, it is most often the landlord’s responsibility to solve them. Here are some common problems and …
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As a landlord, it’s your responsibility to be proactive in managing your relationship with tenants and ensuring that they’re safe and comfortable living in your property. Many people know that a bad landlord can make or break the deal when it comes to deciding where to rent. Having a good landlord that you know you …
3 Proactive Maintenance Tips to Keep Tenants Happy Read More »
In a perfect world, tenants would inform their tenants when issues first occur but that’s not always the case. By performing regular property inspections, you’ll be able to catch these issues and make any repairs before they turn into major problems, saving you time and money. If you’re used to only carrying out property inspections …
Tips for Handling Property Inspections for Tenant-Occupied Units Read More »
As we have mentioned before being a landlord is a job and a business. You want to make sure you are doing all you need to as the owner and going the extra mile to show your tenants you care. What better way to do this than a nice welcome package for them. You can …
An average person spends a huge chunk of their wage on either mortgage or rent. Since a home is supposed to be your sanctuary, a place where you get to relax and escape the daily struggles, spending a considerate amount of money on your housing situation only makes sense. But, sooner or later, every person …
First impressions don’t just matter to buyers, they also matter to renters. Think about it… Would you want to live someplace that doesn’t look nice or isn’t well kept? It also makes potential tenants wonder how the inside of the property may look and may be turned off. The exterior appearance of your property is …
For many investors, adding real estate properties to their portfolio is a no-brainer. As is the case with any investment, protecting that asset is of the utmost importance. Many property owners think by employing someone else to care for their properties, they are losing money. In actuality, more time to tend to other securities or …
3 Questions All Landlords and Rental Property Owners Should Ask Read More »
