How to conduct reference checks is a vital process for all landlords. When screening a tenant, most of it involves uploading of their information to a tenant screening or property management software such as AppFolio. However, for rent reference checks, you will want to pick up the phone and do these yourself. Without doing so, […]
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Jan
Jan
Protect yourself from landlord lawsuits in York, PA. Your rental agreements are just that, legally binding contractual “agreements” between two consenting parties, the landlord and tenant. It is with this understanding that landlords should be aware that while there are many laws protecting the rights of property owners against broken lease provisions done on behalf […]
15
Nov
Nov
Tenants expect, and have a legal right to, a safe, secure, and healthy place of living when they lease from you. This means you have an obligation to keep your tenants safe inside your investment property, secure from outside intrusions, and protected against any health concerns. Unfortunately, if you don’t take the time to thoroughly […]
13
Nov
Nov
These days it may feel like any do-it-yourself projects is possible to undertake. With internet videos showing you step-by-step how to complete even the most complicated home repairs, it all looks so easy, not to mention more affordable than enlisting the help of a professional. While the thought of saving money is definitely tempting, the […]
06
Nov
Nov
There are many different moving parts to conquer in order to be a successful rental property owner. Enlisting the help of property management in Philadelphia will take a great deal off your plate, and help you avoid making too many mistakes. Though making mistakes is often part of the learning process in the rental property […]
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Oct
Oct
In the past, we have discussed the various reasons why your Maryland tenants maybe able to legally break their lease agreement with you. Things such as being called to active military duty, being a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, and even things you do such as harassing your tenant, or failing to provide […]
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Sep
Sep
If you are a successful Philadelphia property owner, chances are you have been preparing for your annual end of summer property inspection. Routine inspections of your rental property are a great way to ward off major maintenance expenses, ensure your tenant is fulfilling their lease obligations, and ease your mind that your investment property is […]
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Sep
Sep
Rental scams have been around for decades. And, as the number of people looking to rent increases nationwide, more tenants than ever are on the lookout for these scams, so they don’t fall victim them. Criminals that are responsible for these scams are aware of the heightened demand for rentals, and the increasing rent rates […]
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Sep
Sep
Vacancies present quite a challenge to property owners. They dip into whatever positive cash flow you have accrued for the year, require extra time thanks to new tenant placement, and can be just plain frustrating. In the past, we have discussed plenty of ways to reduce your vacancy rates, as well as how to improve […]
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Aug
Aug
We all know how important it is to interview tenant references when deciding whether to lease to a prospective tenant. In the past, we have discussed how to do just that, as well as provided some tips for how to double check, and ensure a potential tenant’s references are even real. But have you put […]