How Can Landlords Avoid Discrimination in Tenant Screening?
As a landlord, maintaining fairness in tenant screening processes isn’t just a moral imperative; it’s a legal necessity. Discrimination in tenant screening not only violates fundamental rights but can also…
Rent Incentives: Are They Effective?
Landlords often face the challenge of ensuring timely rent payments from tenants. This dilemma has led to the widespread adoption of rent incentives, offering a variety of perks to encourage…
Steps to Set Up a Separate Rental Bank Account for Landlords
We are often asked by other landlords like ourselves, “Do I need a business bank account for rental income?” For most, the answer is yes. Managing rental properties comes with…
How to Collect an Online Rental Application
In today’s digital age, the rental application process has evolved significantly, thanks to the convenience of online platforms. Landlords can now streamline and expedite the tenant screening process through online…
Essential Cleaning Tips for Landlords: Rental Property Maintenance
For a landlord, maintaining a clean and inviting rental property is not just a matter of aesthetics; it is a key ingredient for success. The upkeep of rental properties goes…
Landlord’s Handbook for Effective Rental Property Marketing
Landlords strive to ensure their rental properties remain sought after in the competitive rental property market, where demand and supply constantly fluctuate. We have found one of the keys to…
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Save money on turnovers with a tenant move-in checklist
Using a thorough tenant move-in checklist can reduce vacancy and repair costs by speeding up turnover and making sure outgoing tenants pay for whatever damage they’ve done. Estimates of the…
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Top credit screening services for landlords
The ability to run screening reports on prospective tenants is one of the most powerful tools landlords have when it comes to choosing great renters. Used correctly, this information helps…
Avoid costly repairs with a rental property maintenance checklist
No landlord enjoys paying for maintenance. Repairs are the largest variable cost when operating rental properties. This is true for single-family homes or large apartment buildings. Some landlords might tend…
How Can Landlords Reduce Vacancies and Optimize Cash Flow?
With a rental vacancy rate of 6.6% (as of September 2023), landlords often struggle with reducing vacancy periods to protect their cash flow. Empty rental properties mean lost income and…