How to Decline a Rental Maintenance Request
Tenant requests cover the gamut from legitimate to frivolous. You have most probably found yourself questioning requests made by tenants and wondering whether you should …
Tips for Dealing With High-Maintenance Tenants
Having a house or building that you rent out to tenants is a terrific way to make money, but dealing with renters has its own …
6 Best Books for Landlords and Real Estate Investing
One approach to learning the ins and outs of real estate investing is to read a few of the best books for landlords. Books on …
Everything Landlords and Tenants Should Know About Written Notices
Most states require a landlord to give renters 24 or 48 hours’ notice before entering their property. A landlord also has the right to enter …
Planning for Rental Property Capital Expenses
When substantial repairs or renovations to your investment property are required, careful planning and budgeting for capital expenses for rentals will save you time, money, …
Best Practices for Tenant Communication
Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, having great communication is key. Open and effective tenant communication is the best method of attaining a stress-free …
New 1099 Requirements for Landlords and Rental Property Taxes
If you’re a gig worker, self-employed contractor, or landlord, you’ll want to take note of some changes that may affect the way you handle cash …
Convenience is King—The Rental Amenities Tenants Want
The adage, “cash is king,” is true for many, but when it comes to rentals “convenience is king.” Here are the rental amenities new renters …
What are a Landlord’s Heating Responsibilities?
With the cold winter months upon us, there are more and more questions about heating. Who is responsible for heating a rental property? What kind of …
Rental Snow Removal Policy and Notice to Tenants
Well, it’s that time of year. For many of you reading this, snow is coming to your area if it hasn’t already shown up. As …
