Whether you’ve been screening tenants yourself or are searching for a new screening partner, Tenant Screening Center enables you to do the best work for your clients without interfering in your operations. We bring you the best of both worlds: the personalized, responsive service of a smaller company, paired with credit scores and history from… Read more »
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Changes to TransUnion Screening in Response to COVID-19 Rental Debt Legislation
On January 29, 2021, the California state legislature signed new legislation into law that extends the current COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act. The bill (SB 91) included several provisions that can be read in its entirety here. Please note that this is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice or as a… Read more »
How to Ask Messy Tenants to Clean Up Their Act
Dealing with messy tenants can be a tricky situation. Trash on the patio is one thing, but it’s another thing completely if there’s mold growing in your rental due to the tenant’s slovenly lifestyle. Everyone has a different idea of what “clean” looks like, so how can you ask your tenants you’d like them to… Read more »
Flushable Wipes: A Potential Plumbing Nightmare in the Making
Flushable wet wipes have become increasingly popular over the past decade or so. Marketed as “plumbing and septic” friendly, it’s easy to see why many consumers have embraced the hygiene product –especially when toilet paper shortages affected much of the nation last spring. Despite their name and how they’re marketed, it’s important to know that… Read more »
4 Types of Illegal Evictions You Should Know About
Although some states still have restrictions on evictions due to COVID-19, many of them have now begun the process of hearing eviction cases again. As a landlord or property manager, you likely know your local eviction laws fairly well. However, there’s been a growing movement over the past couple of years to amend the normal… Read more »
Could Eviction Record Bans Extend Beyond New York State?
In 2019, New York state passed a law that effectively banned the use of eviction reports for screening rental applicants. The law, which is part of The Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019, penalizes rental property owners who deny applicants on the basis of either a pending or prior eviction litigation. The law… Read more »
What to Do When Your Tenant Files for Bankruptcy
Eviction is one of the worst-case scenarios for many landlords. It can be a long, taxing process that slowly eats away at your time and money – not to mention the impact it has on an emotional or mental health level. Needless to say, eviction is a situation that most landlords want to avoid whenever… Read more »
10 Tips for Improving Your Relationship with Your Tenants
Do you have a good relationship with your tenants? Or do you find yourself keeping them at a distance as much as possible? Many landlords underestimate the importance of their relationship with their tenants, not realizing that improving relations can make their job easier and bring greater success. While the tenant/landlord relationship is a professional… Read more »
Tips for Adjusting Your Operations as States Lift COVID-19 Orders
As states have begun to lift stay at home orders, online searches for terms like “apartments for rent” have started to increase. With many renters now on the hunt for new housing, there are a few things you should start doing to prepare. First, it’s strongly recommended that you read through the Centers for Disease… Read more »
How to Prepare for a Potential Wave of Evictions
Earlier this year, states rushed to put a halt to evictions in response to COVID-19. As some states have now begun the process of reopening, the multifamily housing industry may be at a crossroads with evictions. Eviction moratoriums are set to be lifted in several states, with courts scheduled to begin hearing eviction cases later… Read more »