Documents to provide a new renter

[Lynnette E.]

Hello,

I have helped my parents in renting their homes many years ago and remember that we had to provide a pamphlet about lead based paint and how to reduce lead exposure to the renters.  (They have since passed and can not help me with this question.)  I found this pamphlet on-line, but was wondering is there is any other information or pamphlets that are required when renting older homes?  Do they need to be told of other environmental dangers?  Instructions for the fire alarms, COS sensors?  

I am in escrow for my first rental home in Tennessee so any information you have will help me and be appreciated.

Thanks!

[Mike McCarthy]

You need to look up and get familiar with TN’s landlord tenant laws. They vary slightly state by state and can bite you badly if you don’t know them. Also check into your city/township rules too. Some require rental licenses, etc. I’d HIGHLY recommend the bigger pockets book on managing rentals. It will answer most of your questions including those you don’t even know you had.