Ask Landlord Hank: If Heater Goes Out in My Rental, Should I Give Tenants...
If the heater goes out in my rental should I give tenants credit while awaiting the repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he...
Ask Landlord Hank: I Think My Tenants Have Been Smoking Inside; How Do I...
Tenants smoking inside rental property can be a real headache for property managers so in this week’s Ask Landlord Hank question he offers some suggestions on how to know find out if tenants have...
Addressing Pet Nuisance Complaints in Rental Housing
As pet ownership in rental housing continues to grow addressing pet nuisance complaints is essential to foster a community where both pet owners and non-pet owners feel at home. Proactively and fairly addressing common...
Strengthening Policies, Procedures, and Written Communication in Property Management
Property management and the essential role of policies, written communication and procedures for the year ahead.
By The Fair Housing Institute
As the new year begins, property management professionals have the opportunity to reflect on foundational...
National Median Monthly Rent Ended Year Lower Than It Started
The national median monthly rent closed out 2024 at $1,373 in December, after declining by 0.6 percent, or $8, from the prior month, Apartment List says in their January report, ending the year lower...
Can I Use Pet Deposit Money To Pay For Other Rental Damages?
Can a landlord use pet deposit money to pay for other tenant rental damages is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not offering...
Can I Charge Tenants For Carpet Cleaning If I Put Down New Carpet?
What to do when tenants move out and leave a carpet cleaning problem in your rental property is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is...
Who’s Responsible For Smoke Detector Batteries In Rentals?
Replacing smoke detector batteries in rentals is a question that comes up often. So whose responsibility is it is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he...
Tenants With Too Many Vehicles What Can I Do?
What to do when tenants have too many vehicles on your rental property and what should the lease say is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney...
What Are The Best Window Coverings For Rental Property?
Window coverings for your rental property can be important in attracting tenants, so what are the best blinds, shades or curtains among three basic types of window coverings.
It can be difficult to choose the...