All Forum Posts by: Erin Krohn

I live in St. Louis Park and recently put my house up for sale.  This ordinance has been in place since the 80's, so if someone was going to sue and win, I think that would have already happened.  Personally, I think it's a good thing and is in the buyer's best interest since many issues are caught and fixed prior to the buyer's inspection.  I can see how investors would have some issues, but obviously there are ways to accept the issues and fix them later.  In order to rent a house, you have to go through the same inspection process, so it happens sooner or later anyway.

First, this is the first time I'm renting out my house.  

I have out of state renters that I've screened and accepted.   Ideally, I thought we would walk through the house prior to move in, document the state of the house, then sign the lease.  However, they will not be here until move in day, and having read through the forums I'm realizing I need to get the lease signed and get their security depost/first months rent before then.  The lease I have is electronic, so they could sign it electronically before December 1.   

What is your workflow for lease signing?  Should I ask them to sign ahead of time, then we can walk through the house on move in day and document anything necessary?