Month: February 2012
Setting Pet Fees
Posted on: February 15, 2012 by total
January 30th, 2012 Landlords and property management companies may find it difficult to figure out how to set appropriate pet fees for renters bringing an animal to live with them. Type of animalThe amount you want to charge may depend on the pet.
Survey: Fewer Renters Plan to Renew Leases
Posted on: February 14, 2012 by total
ShareThis In a survey of renters conducted by Kingsley Associates shows fewer renters intend to renew their current lease. This figure represents a new, three-year low for lease retention
New Landlord Basics: Insurance
Posted on: February 09, 2012 by total
Posted by Teresa on January 6, 2012 under Landlord Tips | The declining housing market created plenty of new landlords , some of whom may have never planned on owning rental property . Some are leasing a house they couldn’t sell, while others are taking advantage of low prices and investing in properties to rent.
“Green” Certifications LEEDing Facility Managers
Posted on: February 09, 2012 by total
With sustainability on the minds of designers, architects and facility managers, deciding whether the investment necessary to achieve “green” certifications is worth it may seem overwhelming. There are labels and certifications for the facilities themselves, and professional accreditations for industry
Tenant Moved Out on Your Sublet Agreement and Left You Holding the Bag?
Posted on: February 09, 2012 by total
Maybe your tenant skipped out on the remainder of his sublet agreement and now you are left with a vacated, non-producing room or property. What do you do now? 1. The first thing you do is make sure you keep emotions out of it, stay objective and goal oriented. Gather your ex-tenants files
What Landlords Can Expect in 2012′s Rental Market
Posted on: February 08, 2012 by total
Posted by Teresa on January 5, 2012 under Rental Market | For landlords in most markets, 2011 was a good year , with low vacancy rates and higher rents than previous years. What can landlords expect to see in 2012?
The High Co$t of Evicting Tenants
Posted on: February 07, 2012 by total
Posted by Teresa on January 9, 2012 under Eviction | The last thing most landlords and tenants want to face is an eviction . For landlords, it’s messy, time-consuming and can be costly. For tenants, eviction can hurt their chances of renting another home, and could even leave them homeless
Landlord Behavior to Avoid in the New Year
Posted on: February 07, 2012 by total
Posted by Teresa on December 21, 2011 under Landlord Tips | It’s time to put together your New Year’s Resolutions for 2012 . And while you are probably an excellent landlord in every way, you may be considering making a few improvements in the New Year. To help, we’ve compiled a list of landlord behaviors to avoid: Avoid the temptation to go through your tenants’ private spaces
City to Teach Tenants How to Score Rent Reductions
Posted on: February 06, 2012 by total
ShareThis Officials in Wassau, Wisconsin plan to notify tenants that they may qualify for a rent abatement.
Establishing Maintenance Procedures and Policies
Posted on: February 05, 2012 by total
Posted by Teresa on December 8, 2011 under Landlord Paperwork and Forms | If you’re like most landlords, you want to keep your investment properties in good shape . A well-maintained property appraises well, attracts quality tenants , can help you avoid liability issues and will save you money in the long run
