Whether you’re a tenant preparing to sign a new lease or navigating issues in your current rental, recognizing the signs of a bad landlord early can save you months of stress, safety concerns, and financial headaches. While only a small number of landlords act with landlord negligence or dishonesty, poor management happens more often than […]
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Nov
Nov
When a landlord–tenant relationship goes awry, what starts as a minor disagreement can quickly spiral into a situation with serious legal and financial consequences. This is particularly true if a tenant accuses their landlord of harassment. But a common misconception we’ve found, is that landlord harassment is limited to extreme or obvious misconduct. That’s simply […]
07
Nov
Nov
Requesting, reviewing, and contacting references is a crucial step in the tenant screening process. In the past, we have discussed how to do just that, along with some tips for how to double-check and ensure a potential tenant’s references are even real. However, while getting an outside perspective of a tenant can be helpful, it’s […]
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Aug
Aug
There is no way to avoid the fact that mold spores are floating around your rental property at any given moment. It’s natural for mold spores, among many other contaminants, to be present in the air we breathe. However, when humid weather hits, and the climate dampens, these mold spores tend to flourish if not […]
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Aug
Aug
First-time landlords are a unique group of people. Some are homeowners looking to upsize or downsize and want to lease their homes. Others are investors seeking ways to fund their retirement or quit their corporate jobs. Some may be accidental landlords who must turn their primary home into a rental property for one reason or […]
02
Apr
Apr
Did you know that the average roof repair cost is $1,121, with most property owners spending between $386 and $1,873? That’s a lot of money for one property repair. Yet, having a sound roof on your Philly rental property is crucial to keeping your property and tenants safe and dry from the stormy weather that so often […]
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Mar
Mar
Owning rental properties can be a lucrative business plan if managed correctly. After all, being a landlord is no simple task. A ton of time, money, and effort goes into investing in rental properties and remaining successful. However, if you’re a new investor, it can be challenging to recognize the red flags of an investment […]
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Dec
Dec
Investing in a rental home often means getting a great deal on a property that needs some upgrades. With the overall goal to make your investment property appealing in order to get the highest rent rate possible, it is sometimes necessary to go beyond fixing the required damages that exist; sometimes, you need to take […]
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Nov
Nov
No landlord wants to deal with the inevitable cost and hassle that comes with eviction. However, it is sometimes necessary as a legal means for removing a problem tenant. As frustrating as the situation may be, landlords cannot resort to their own means of eviction. In fact, state laws are stringent regarding evicting a tenant, […]
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Nov
Nov
The rental agreement is the most critical document to the success of a landlord-tenant relationship. However, many owners do not fully understand the legal implications of this document. As a result, some landlords opt for cookie-cutter leases that do not offer adequate protection instead of consulting a professional property manager or attorney. But ensuring the […]