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How to Keep Your Tenants Safe

American Apartment Owners Association

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

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Understanding Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: A Guide for Property Managers

American Apartment Owners Association

In property management, it is essential to be thoroughly aware of tenants’ rights and obligations. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. reducingthe chances of legal disputes or penalties.

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What Utilities Are Included in Rent: A Guide for Tenants

Bay Property Management Group

Oftentimes, landlords exclude them because of how much tenants’ usage amounts can vary, or because of provider-specific agreements. Heres what youll likely need to budget for: Electricity This is almost always the tenants responsibility since each household’s usage looks different from one another.

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5 Creative Ways to Get Bad Tenants Out

American Apartment Owners Association

In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. Each tenant situation is unique, and exploring strategies that have worked for other landlords can provide valuable insights. Offer a Financial Incentive At times, a tenant may need to vacate for various reasons.

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Snow Removal Responsibilities in Rentals: A Guide for Landlords and Tenants

Real Property Management Evertrust

The regulations regarding snow removal for rental property owners are quite extensive and even intricate. Who is responsible for this task – you or your tenant?  Yet, for single-family rental homes, many owners and landlords can delegate the task of snow removal to the tenant.

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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants. Some areas may regulate ADUs or require specific foundation types. Can tenants have parties or pets? Before you begin, youll need to find out if you can legally operate a short-term rental in your intended area.

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Ask Landlord Hank: If Heater Goes Out in My Rental, Should I Give Tenants Credit While Awaiting Repair?

Rental Housing Journal

If the heater goes out in my rental should I give tenants credit while awaiting the repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. If you provided or if the tenants had space heaters and could remain comfortable that way then I wouldn’t do anything, unless they complain or ask, and then I would consider their request.