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Why I’m Getting Sued by a Tenant

by Jason Hanson | February 6, 2012

I once read a real estate book that said, “If you’re a real estate investor, it’s not a matter if you’re going to be sued, it’s when you’re going to be sued.” Well, I’ve been in the business about 10 years and I’ve dealt with dozens upon dozens of tenants and sellers and I am [...]

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Landlords: 9 Key Clauses to Include in Your Leases

by Peter Giardini | June 30, 2011

This week has been a forceful reminder for me of the importance of a well written lease when dealing with tenant issues, and I am very grateful that a well written lease has been available when needed. Let me explain… Several months ago I negotiated a commercial lease for one of my clients, where this [...]

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Landlord’s Guide to Security Deposit Best Practices

by Peter Giardini | March 18, 2011

The issue of security deposits tends to be one of the classic “he said – she said” battles included in the ongoing dynamic of tenant-landlord relationships. From the tenants perspective no matter how much they have trashed the property they still expect their security deposit returned in full… with all of the accrued interest too boot. [...]

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Moving Your Tenants Out: A Security Deposit Mistake to Avoid

by Jason Hanson | February 20, 2011

I just got a 30-day move out notice from some of my tenants in Baltimore, MD. They’ve been with me for over five years and I hate to see them go, but unfortunately I couldn’t get them to stay. So when I received their 30-day notice in the mail (as per requirements of my lease) [...]

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Managing the Tenant Screening Process

by Brendan O'Brien | May 22, 2009

Image by joeltelling via Flickr Occasionally, I hear from landlords who have absolutely no problem marketing their rental units. They put a sign out front, get a couple of calls and rent to the first likely prospect. Then the tenant stays for three or four years before the next perfect tenant comes along. What is [...]

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Landlord Security Deposit Laws: Use, Refund & Restrictions

by Joshua M. Marks, Esq. | November 26, 2007

The volatile residential real estate market that is currently affecting thousands of homeowners across the country will undoubtedly force many people to postpone their dream of homeownership and settle for life as a tenant in a rental property. As more and more individuals and families enter into short and long-term leases, it is essential for [...]

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