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𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘!

Inspections are important! Our 6-page, single family home inspection checklist is very thorough and includes inspections of appliances, smoke/carbon detectors, fire extinguishers, air filters, and HVAC. Accommodates all the way up to a 4 bedroom, 4 bath, with two-stories, outdoor space, garage, basement, laundry, etc. 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗘: 𝟭𝟬𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Once all 10 free offers are gone, the discount code box will respond with “invalid” and you will need to pay $9.80 to receive the form.

how to place your ideal tenant free - to - page compretensive landlock guide

𝙐𝙋𝘿𝘼𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝙂𝙐𝙄𝘿𝙀!

What was once 6 is now 10 pages filled with tips on how best to place your ideal tenant into your rental property. From Marketing Your Unit to Vetting the (Prospective) Tenant, this comprehensive guide is an important reference to have in your landlording arsenal! Ohhhh, you use a property manager? These are tips your PM should be executing on your behalf. You own the property, you are ultimately responsible for all actions performed on your behalf. Gain knowledge with this guide!

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Don't Rush The Important Stuff!

🧽 Clean your unit! If not you, HIRE SOMEONE. 🧯Make sure it's safe! Check smoke/CO2 detectors, electrical, gas, and water lines, plus that the fire extinguisher is updated. 📸 Take photos of rooms from all angles. You'll be thankful when move-out rolls around. 👨‍💼👩‍💼Check your insurance coverage that you're properly insured. ✅ Make sure your lease is updated with changes in laws, local ordinances, and policy. Your lease is your lifeline. Link to our FREE 31-page lease attached.

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Document All Tenant Interactions

Do what you can to avoid "he said/she said" arguments with tenants. A simple email regarding the conversation held shows: 1) Responsibility by working with the tenant. 2)You understand the importance of official documentation. 3)You respect your business enough to act in a professional manner. Here's to hoping you never need that email! #landlords #realestate #reicommunity #rentalproperty #landlordproblems #landlordtips #DIYLandlord #likemindedinvestors #BiggerPockets

𝙇𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙨: 𝘿𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨! Follow these 5 key elements and there's nowhere to go but up because eventually, slacking on the important tasks will catch up to you. Fear Of The Unknown, 5 Elements, Paper Trail, Paper Organization, The Unknown, Hold You

Do You Overlook These Tasks?

𝙇𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙨: 𝘿𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨! Follow these 5 key elements and there's nowhere to go but up because eventually, slacking on the important tasks will catch up to you.

fire safety tip 5 maintain appliances and hvac equipment make sure outlets aren't overloaded

𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙨?

Until recently, not often unless a complaint was filed. Add inspecting appliances to your list. Check behind appliance and HVAC units to make sure the power cords are solid and there isn’t any black soot around the receptacle or the motor. When you do periodic inspections of the unit, make sure there is no clutter within three feet of wall heaters. Check receptacles for frayed wires and to make sure no plugs are overloaded with cords. Follow us for more #landlordtips #rentalpropertyowner

Tip #4: Check fire escapes during periodic inspections.

Make sure escapes are working and it is not being enjoyed as a terrace. Items stored here can hinder an escape for them or neighbors above if their primary exit is blocked. No external fire escapes? You can purchase 2 and 3 story escape ladders to be stored in each unit. Verify location and ease of access during inspections. To see which one we use in our multifamily units, click the link attached. This is an affiliated link and we may earn a small commision on any purchase made.

Legally, you run the risk of secondhand smoke harming or irritating other tenants. Don't lose a good tenant (or potential one) adverse to the smell of smoke or if they have medical issues like asthma. Smoke smell is unmistakable. Housing a smoker means a massive cleaning and paint job upon vacancy. Windows, flooring, doors, cabinets, HVAC ducts, and walls will need to be addressed as all porous surfaces retain the smell of smoke. Love these tips? Check out our website! #landlord Hvac Duct, House Fire, Insurance Policy, Safety Tips

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐰𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.🚭

Legally, you run the risk of secondhand smoke harming or irritating other tenants. Don't lose a good tenant (or potential one) adverse to the smell of smoke or if they have medical issues like asthma. Smoke smell is unmistakable. Housing a smoker means a massive cleaning and paint job upon vacancy. Windows, flooring, doors, cabinets, HVAC ducts, and walls will need to be addressed as all porous surfaces retain the smell of smoke. Love these tips? Check out our website! #landlord

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Be Proactive

Inspections are key!

Not only is it an opportunity to check for potential violations, this is your chance to make sure the tenant is caring for the property. Cluttered kitchens are a huge risk when a tenant cooks. Clutter in other areas can make it difficult for a tenant to navigate exits during a fire, especially in dense smoke. Same for the fire department to negotiate the unit to save someone who may be trapped. #landlords #landlordeducation #rentalproperty #landlordtips #DIYLandlord #FireSafety

fire safety tip 1 more than 50 % of fires start in the kitchen lands provide a small fire extinguisher inside every kitchen rental

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Our Top Fire Prevention Tip

Be it a fire from a cooking mishap or a faulty appliance, the kitchen is where more than 50% of fires start within a home. We provide one for each unit that is rated for use on all fires: grease, electrical, wood, gas, plastic, etc. It's rechargeable! That keeps them out of the landfill after use or when valve indicates service is needed. *ᵀʰⁱˢ ⁱˢ ᵃⁿ ᵃᶠᶠⁱˡⁱᵃᵗᵉ ᵖᵒˢᵗ ᵃⁿᵈ ʷᵉ ᵐᵃʸ ᵉᵃʳⁿ ᵃ ᶜᵒᵐᵐⁱˢˢⁱᵒⁿ ˢʰᵒᵘˡᵈ ʸᵒᵘ ᵖᵘʳᶜʰᵃˢᵉ ᶠʳᵒᵐ ᵗʰⁱˢ ˡⁱⁿᵏ. #landlord #rentalproperty #landlordtips #fireprevention