As a landlord, you want to keep your tenants happy. After all, when they are satisfied, they will hopefully renew their lease and take good care of the property. However, even with a well-managed property, you will still have tenants who feel unsatisfied. For that reason, we created this guide on the top tenant complaints […]
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May
May
If you are a landlord, you will eventually deal with a difficult tenant. And that is not a threat, it’s just part of the rental business. Ideally, the tenant should pay rent on time and follow through with all the terms of the lease agreement. But things don’t always go as planned, and sometimes you […]
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May
May
In 2026, something feels different about renting. Bigger doesn’t always mean better anymore, and for many renters, it doesn’t even feel necessary. More people are starting to choose smaller spaces. Renters downsizing is not because they have to, but because it actually makes sense. Rent hasn’t slowed down much, everyday costs keep shifting, and paying […]
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May
May
It usually doesn’t start with collections. It starts with something small that slowly builds up, like missed payments, frustration with a landlord, or a situation that feels unfair. Then one day, you get a notice, and suddenly, it’s no longer just between you and your landlord. So, what happens when unpaid rent goes to collections? […]
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May
May
In 1979, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court (Pugh v. Holmes) established that renting a property comes with a legal responsibility. That is, the rental must be safe, sanitary, and fit for someone to live in. That standard is what we now call the warranty of habitability in Pennsylvania. And it’s not something a lease can override. […]
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May
May
If you’ve been looking into housing options with an emotional support animal (ESA), you’ve probably come across the term ESA letter. You will see it shows up in listings, lease conversations, and even online advice. So, what is an ESA letter? It is a document that connects your need for an emotional support animal to […]
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May
May
If you’ve been apartment hunting, you’ve probably come across the term effective rent. This term appears mostly next to a price that looks lower than expected. So, what is effective rent? An effective rent is a number landlords use to show a lower average rent after factoring in special offers, like a free month. And […]
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May
May
Moving out comes with many moving parts. That is packing, landlord inspections, looking for movers, and so on. And in most cases, cleaning the unit is rarely something that would cross your mind at that moment. So, when we come across the question, “Can landlords charge for cleaning?” it actually makes a lot of sense. […]
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May
May
When you move into a new place, it’s natural to want it to feel like yours. And for many people, that starts with the walls. But can you paint a rental without permission from the landlord? In most cases, no—you’ll need your landlord’s approval first. Still, it’s not always black and white, as you will […]
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May
May
It’s not uncommon for a tenant to leave without a forwarding address. And when that happens, they can put you in a difficult spot when there are loose ends, like the security deposit or final notices to handle. So, you’re still expected to follow the same legal steps as you would with any other move-out. […]