As a landlord, you are generally responsible for maintaining your rental property in a habitable condition and, in most cases, will be responsible for making needed repairs (except when the tenant causes the damage or malfunction). As a result, landlords will shoulder the costs of such repairs. Now a landlord will often hire someone to …
Can a Landlord Pay Himself for Repairs He Performs? Read More »
As a landlord, you want to ensure that your rental property is well-maintained, and your tenants are abiding by the lease agreement. However, the question arises, can you look through your tenant’s windows to make sure everything is in order? The answer is not as straightforward as you might think. In this article, I am …
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As a landlord, one of the most important aspects of your job is ensuring that your tenants pay rent on time. Unfortunately, there will always be some tenants who struggle to keep up with their payments, which can cause a lot of stress and frustration for landlords. If you’re dealing with tenants who consistently pay …
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It’s important to know your rights and responsibilities when it comes to changing the locks on a rental property. Changing the locks without a valid reason can result in legal consequences and a breach of trust between a landlord and tenant (and can raise huge issues for the tenant if they are locked out for …
