While criminal background checks have long been a part of the tenant screening process for landlords, recent legislation in some parts of the country has banned inquiries into potential tenant’s criminal backgrounds. These provisions are aimed at helping ex-convicts find housing after a criminal conviction, a key component of successful Read more…
When screening potential tenants, it’s important for landlords to know all relevant housing laws so that they don’t unknowingly violate federal, state, or local laws or rental discrimination. As a baseline, all landlords should be familiar with federal housing laws. However, because some states and cities have additional laws that Read more…
When moving into a new rental property, there are many logistics for tenants to consider. Amidst the many tasks and responsibilities, it can be easy to overlook some of the key processes that tenants should be prioritizing during move-in. To help you avoid that common problem, here is a tenant Read more…
There is a legal contract between a property owner and a tenant once the lease agreement begins. Both parties have responsibilities they need to uphold once the contract is signed, stating the expectations and standards upon each other. One of the main issues and arguments that have occurred amongst a Read more…
Pets have long held special places in our hearts and homes, so why is it such a big deal to have a pet in a rental property? As people work and school at home, there’s more time to walk a dog, pet a cat and be on-site, thereby avoiding the Read more…
As you reach the next step in the leasing process, rental lease agreement, and move in, it’s crucial to follow the same process to help streamline tenant move-in. While forms and checklists are an important part of this process –– and we provide you with many helpful move-in lists –– Read more…
This winter, as the novel coronavirus began to take hold of the country, many states, cities, and counties acted quickly to minimize the impact of the crisis on tenants, including placing moratoriums on evictions, holds on shutting off utilities due to nonpayment and prohibiting late rent fees. The federal government Read more…
As a landlord, you know that federal law prohibits you from discriminating against tenants when leasing your property –– that includes discriminating against families with young children, per the Fair Housing Act of 1968. You may not know that there are required safeguards for renting that you must provide to Read more…
It’s that time of year again –– the busy season for landlords. As summer approaches and leases turn over, you’re busy handling the move-out of one renter, attracting and screening the next batch, and finally –– you’ve made it. It’s time for your newest tenants to move-in. Here are the Read more…
In order to make your property attractive and stand out from the pack, you need to provide additional amenities. In 2020, this means leaning heavily on tech. If you’re wondering what to invest in and what to skip, we have you covered. To attract quality residents, improve renewal rates, and Read more…