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Posted almost 13 years ago

Dealing with Tenant Issues

As a property manager, your dream scenario is a full building with residents who pay their rent on time, abide by the law, respect their neighbors, and take care of the property. 

But even if you carefully screen every candidate before allowing them to sign a lease, problems can still arise. Below are some common tenant problems and simple ways to deal with them.


Non-payment or late payment of rent
If tenants are consistently paying you late or giving you bounced checks, you can end up with a serious cash flow problem. In some cases, even one late payment can put you into a difficult position in tough times. The way to combat this problem is to have a strict screening process in place, a strong lease, and good communication with tenants so that you



Comments (1)

  1. These are really problematic issues.