As landlords and property managers, we handle a great deal of personal information. From rental applications and background checks to payment records and correspondence, every piece of data tells part of a tenant’s story. With that responsibility comes a critical obligation: protecting tenant privacy. Understanding and complying with tenant-landlord privacy laws isn’t just about following… Read more »
Whether you’re a landlord or a property manager, finding the right tenant is crucial for safeguarding your rental property. All tenants should be thoroughly vetted to ensure they’re financially stable and responsible. While credit reports are very helpful in determining a potential tenant’s financial obligations and payment history with creditors, they provide only a limited…
In an ideal world, every one of your tenants would follow the stipulations of your lease to the letter. However, it’s likely that at some point, you’ll have a tenant who violates the terms of your lease. Whether your tenant has repeated noise complaints or is late on the rent, these situations can be difficult…
Everyone wants a tenant who pays their rent on time and is respectful of the rental property—but sometimes you might need to go through several applicants before you find the right fit. Although tenant screening is the best way to quickly eliminate problematic applicants, there are some red flags that can also help you avoid… Read more »How to Handle a Tenant Lease Violation
The Top 10 Tenant Red Flags to Watch For
Each year, approximately 10 million people in the U.S. suffer from domestic violence. According to statistics from the Center for Disease Control, this amounts to nearly 20 people per minute being physically abused by an intimate partner. When you consider that around 37% of households are renters, domestic abuse at one of your properties could… Read more »
Landlords Property Managers Contact TSCI Many landlords use the terms “tenant” and “occupant” interchangeably, but each has a different implication from a rental standpoint. So, what’s the difference, and how does it affect your business? Here’s an overview of how tenants and occupants are defined, as well as how to handle certain situations you may… Read more »
Landlords Property Managers Contact TSCI After two years of uncertainty and instability, the idea of a new year brings both anticipation and apprehension. What will the rental market look like in 2022? Here are several predictions about what landlords can expect to see. Rent Prices Will Increase At the start of the pandemic, many areas… Read more »
It’s common to see tips for “winterizing” your rental for the cold months, but summer maintenance is often overlooked. With warm weather on the way, now is an ideal time to check in on your properties to ensure everything is in perfect working order – especially if your rental is currently vacant. Typically, summer is… Read more »
As a landlord or property manager, you’re likely familiar with the Fair Housing Act of 1968 (FHA). The FHA was created to ensure anyone searching for a place to live has a fair chance at finding one, without fear of discrimination based on their protected class. Although it wasn’t the first law of its kind… Read more »
Like most of the country, California has seen significant economic impact due to COVID-19. The executive orders from Governor Newsom have required many businesses to close or reduce their operations. Many citizens are still out of work; as of July 2020, the state unemployment rate was 13.3% – down from 16.4% in April. In addition,… Read more »