Self management question

[Alexander F Pollock]

First property. My tenants kid broke the seat cover off of one of the toilets. I’m going to replace it myself. Should I send them a bill for the seat and my time or just take it from the security deposit at the end of their lease?

[David Lee Hall, III]

Send invoice at fair market rates. If they do not pay/begin to not pay you now have a claim for collections/court. If you wait until the end you could be left holding the bag if there is more damage.