The Important Laws and Regulations All Landlords Must Remember
When it comes to renting a property, things can get confusing. There are a number of federal laws that help to protect tenants' rights, and it can sometimes seem that…
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The Pros and Cons of Renting to Pet Owners— Plus a Pet Screening Checklist
What are the pros and cons of renting to pet owners? What questions should a pet application include? And how can you ensure that the pet is a good fit…
Why Checking a Tenant’s Rental History Report Matters
A prospective tenant’s rent references can tell you a lot about their rental history. And, checking a rental history report as part of the screening process is just as vital…
How (and Why!) You Should Calculate Prorated Rent For Your New Tenants
Why prorate rent if you don't have to? You may be tempted to collect a full month's rent from every tenant, but there are plenty of valid reasons to prorate…
11 Things a Landlord Cannot Do Before or After Leasing Out a Property
you are a landlord, it is crucial to follow state laws regarding a tenant’s rights—and the “implied warranty of quiet enjoyment.” Unfortunately, from a landlord’s perspective, it usually means the…
The 6 Top Unsafe Property Living Conditions That Landlords Must Avoid
andlords aren't just responsible for providing a roof and four walls to their tenants. They're also responsible for ensuring that their properties are safe, clean, and have livable conditions for…
How Squatters Rights Affect Landlords
What can you do about “unexpected tenants” taking over your property? Can you turn off utilities and change the locks to get rid of them? Or are there other ways…
Evictions Bans Have Ended—Here’s How to Evict Someone From Your House
As coronavirus restrictions have ended and moratoriums are being lifted, it's important to know how to evict a tenant from your house. Here's what you should know.
9 Ways a Tenant Can Get Their Landlord in Trouble
It’s rare a tenant wakes up and starts planning how to get their landlord in trouble. However, failing to understand a tenant’s rights or being an unfair landlord could push…
9 Types of Must-Have Insurance for Landlords—Including Renters’ Insurance
Without adequate insurance cover, you run the risk losing money and even your rental business. While insurance might seem an unnecessary extra cost, the moment you need it is when…
Rent By Owner Success: What All First-Time Landlords Should Know
Many first-time landlords make critical mistakes when renting out their first units. To help you avoid those types of mistakes, here are five tips for making your first “rent by…
The IRS Is Clamping Down on Cash Apps—Could This Affect Your Rental Business?
Do you use PayPal, Cash App, Zelle, or Venmo to collect rent? If so, new rules mean that you could owe taxes on digital transactions. Beginning in 2022, the Internal…
Why It’s High Time to Ditch Rent Checks for Good
The best way for tenants to pay rent is always a hot topic among landlords. Some property owners still prefer the traditional method of collecting a paper check and depositing…
