Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2021 · 133 posts · 60 votes
Hello,
I am converting my STR into a LTR and wanted to know what is the proper etiquette when it comes to exterior security cameras for LTR. Should they stay under my own surveillance or should I remove them?
I am converting my STR into a LTR and wanted to know what is the proper etiquette when it comes to exterior security cameras for LTR. Should they stay under my own surveillance or should I remove them?
This is a SFH. Thanks.
Personally, if it’s a long-term rental, I’d either remove the cameras or transfer control to the tenant. Most LTR tenants expect the property to feel like their home, not a property being actively monitored by the owner. Exterior cameras aimed at common entry points can be legal in many areas, but transparency is key, and local laws matter. From a landlord-tenant relationship standpoint, I’ve found tenants are much more comfortable when they control the cameras themselves or know they’re not being monitored by the landlord day to day.
I am converting my STR into a LTR and wanted to know what is the proper etiquette when it comes to exterior security cameras for LTR. Should they stay under my own surveillance or should I remove them?
This is a SFH. Thanks.
Personally, if it’s a long-term rental, I’d either remove the cameras or transfer control to the tenant. Most LTR tenants expect the property to feel like their home, not a property being actively monitored by the owner. Exterior cameras aimed at common entry points can be legal in many areas, but transparency is key, and local laws matter. From a landlord-tenant relationship standpoint, I’ve found tenants are much more comfortable when they control the cameras themselves or know they’re not being monitored by the landlord day to day.
I am converting my STR into a LTR and wanted to know what is the proper etiquette when it comes to exterior security cameras for LTR. Should they stay under my own surveillance or should I remove them?
This is a SFH. Thanks.
Personally, if it’s a long-term rental, I’d either remove the cameras or transfer control to the tenant. Most LTR tenants expect the property to feel like their home, not a property being actively monitored by the owner. Exterior cameras aimed at common entry points can be legal in many areas, but transparency is key, and local laws matter. From a landlord-tenant relationship standpoint, I’ve found tenants are much more comfortable when they control the cameras themselves or know they’re not being monitored by the landlord day to day.
Thanks for the response! To be clear, I would definitely not be interested in monitoring them day to day. This is mainly for property security and oversight. In addition to this, the property in question will be fully furnished with my own furniture from the STR.
I am converting my STR into a LTR and wanted to know what is the proper etiquette when it comes to exterior security cameras for LTR. Should they stay under my own surveillance or should I remove them?
This is a SFH. Thanks.
Remove them and use them at your personal residence.
Honolulu, HI · Member since 2008 · 3k+ posts · 2k+ votes
4mo
As long as it's a detached home, leave them as an added security measure for the Tenant's peace of mind and as added benefit of your unit over the competition. Let them connect the NVR to the internet if they want remote access, otherwise just leave them not connected as a deterrent unless they are very new.
Honolulu, HI · Member since 2008 · 3k+ posts · 2k+ votes
4mo
@Arman Ahmed Bad idea to leave the furniture for LTR. You want Tenants that have skin in the game...a house full of furniture and appliances with memories attached. A home that becomes "theirs". Most LTR applicants will have their own furniture, so you will lose out on the best possible Tenants if you expect them to store their property elsewhere. For a long term commitment, you do not want someone that can pack a suitcase and disappear overnight...
Additionally, when they do move out, you will need to deal with stained or torn upholstery, and other damage. "Normal" wear and tear can be a high bar in some jurisdictions, and difficult to collect on for that type of damages.
Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2021 · 133 posts · 60 votes
4d
Just signed a tenant to a 12 month lease with furnishings included for another STR in my portfolio. The person is a dream tenant - everything has been great so far!