Repairs: Who is Responsible?

One of the most common issues surrounding landlord/tenant law is the question of repairs to the property. Every tenant has the right to a well-maintained home in a clean and safe building. At the same time, it’s important that a landlord is…

Smart Rental Ads to Attract Quality Tenants

Tenants come in all kinds; responsible students, irresponsible students, young professionals fresh out of school, young people without a high school degree, elderly folk whose marriages have recently failed. The list goes on and on. Point being:…

Advice for the Small-Scale Landlord

Typically, landlords fall into two categories: large corporate landlords, and small business residential landlords. Many of you may find yourselves in the latter of the two groups; you own a small rental property with one or only a small handful…

Landlord Challenges: Is it Right for You?

Real Estate is big business. There’s money to be made. But looking at it as a sure-fire bet, is a fast track to failure. Here’s the truth: investing in property as an income source must be treated like a full-time job. As the old saying…

How Important are References?

As landlords, we skimp out on the incredibly important screening process all too often. This is never wise, and I’ll be the first to preach to you about just how important this process is. Skimping out will increase the likelihood of you ending…

Building Fire Safety: Annual Inspections

At least once a year, landlords will need to have a fire inspection done in their unit or building; it’s your job as a landlord to ensure that the building and units you rent out are fitted with all of the necessary detectors, in working fashion.…