Bad Tenants: Best Ways to Spot and Handle Them
The Big Picture on How To Handle Bad Tenants: Identifying excuse-makers, nitpickers, and slobs early through thorough tenant screening, including credit and eviction history, as well as observing their behavior…
The Landlord’s Guide to State And Federal Rental Application Laws
The Big Picture On State And Federal Rental Application Laws: Landlords must avoid discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. Federal law requires landlords…
A Landlord’s Guide to Credit References for Rentals
The Big Picture On Credit References: Utilizing credit references is crucial for landlords in distinguishing responsible tenants from potential problem renters. Landlords are advised to rigorously verify the authenticity of…
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Eviction Process: How to Evict a Tenant (Infographic)
The Big Picture On The Eviction Process: Despite running a tight ship, landlords will eventually have to deal with eviction. Documentation is crucial when enacting the eviction process, as it…
How Much Can Landlords Charge for Rental Application Fees in Each State?
The Big Picture On How Much To Charge For Rental Application Fees For Each State: Different states have different laws regarding rental application fee limits. Some states do not have…
Common Craigslist Rental Scams… Renters Beware!
In case you weren’t aware, rental fraud is rampant in the housing market. You might be surprised to know that over 60% of renters in the U.S. encounter frauds like…
Common Craigslist Rental Scams… Renters Beware!
In case you weren’t aware, rental fraud is rampant in the housing market. You might be surprised to know that over 60% of renters in the U.S. encounter frauds like…
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Should You Sell a Property with Tenants Living in It?
There are no federal, state, or local regulations that prevent the owner of a rental property from selling it while renters live on the premises. However, it can present some…
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Should You Rent to Section 8 Tenants? Pros & Cons of Section 8 for Landlords (Infographic)
Heard tales of guaranteed rent payments for landlords who rent to Section 8 tenants? Deposited by the government, and paying higher-than-market rents? If these stories perked up your ears, you’re…
More Cities Upping Legal Liability for Landlords: 5 Tips to Protect Yourself
Years ago, I had a tenant who violated a zoning ordinance. Local laws prohibited placing barbecue grills on the rental property patios or porches. Mind you, this was not about…