How to Calculate Depreciation on Rental Properties
How to Calculate Depreciation on Rental Properties When you own rental properties, understanding depreciation can make a big difference in how much you save on taxes and how you calculate your overall return. This guide will walk you through how to calculate rental property depreciation, how it affects your tax deductions, what depreciation recapture means […]
What Happens When a Tenant Appeals an Eviction
What Happens When a Tenant Appeals an Eviction When a tenant faces eviction, it can feel overwhelming and unfair. But what many don’t realize is that tenants have the legal right to appeal an eviction and request that the court review the case again. This article is worth reading if you’re a tenant, landlord, or […]
Tenant Screening Basics: How Landlords Can Screen Tenants for a Rental Property
Tenant Screening Basics: How Landlords Can Screen Tenants for a Rental Property Want to find the right tenant who will pay rent on time, respect your space, and treat your property like their own? Then mastering tenant screening is non-negotiable. In this guide, you’ll learn how landlords can screen tenants for a rental, what questions […]
Can You Decline A Tenant For Too Many Cars
Parking isn’t just about where you leave your car — in rental properties, it can determine whether tenants stay happy or start looking elsewhere. Tenant parking rights are one of the most common causes of friction between landlords and tenants. With many vehicles, limited spaces, and unclear parking rules, disputes often flare up in apartment […]
How Long Does a Tenant Have to Not Pay Rent
Paying rent on time is one of the most basic and important responsibilities of a tenant. But life happens. Paychecks get delayed, bank transactions take longer than expected, and sometimes you’re just short on cash for a few days. So what happens if you don’t pay rent exactly on the due date? Are you immediately […]
How to Protect Yourself from Tenant Applicant with Bad Credit
You’re a landlord who worries whether to accept or not a tenant with bad credit; this guide is meant for you. Here, you’ll learn to rent confidently, being able to protect your own property while giving someone with a low credit score a fair chance at housing. We’ll talk about the strategies you can use to minimize […]
Is The Tenant Responsible For Transferring Utilities
When moving into a new rental property, arranging services like electricity, water, gas, and internet is part of the transition. But who exactly is responsible for these utilities? tenant or landlord? In this blog, we’ll break down the responsibilities of both tenants and landlords when it comes to utility transfers, helping you avoid confusion and […]
Who Should and Should Not Be Listed as a Tenant on a Lease Agreement
When signing a lease, many people assume it’s just a formality. You sign, pay, and move in. But who is listed on the lease matters far more than most realize. The names on the lease are not just paperwork; they define who has the legal right to live in the property and who is fully responsible […]
What Landlords Need to Know When a Tenant Leaves Belongings
When a tenant leaves belongings behind, especially after an eviction, the situation can become legally confusing and emotionally frustrating. What are a landlord’s rights and responsibilities when property is left behind in a rental property? How should abandoned property be handled without violating the tenant’s rights or local laws? This article is your complete guide […]
When a Rental Is Uninhabitable: What the Law Says About Tenant Rights and Eviction
If your home becomes unlivable, do you still have to pay rent? Can your landlord evict you if you refuse? This blog breaks down your tenant rights, landlord responsibilities, and what to do if your rental unit becomes uninhabitable. As a tenant, you’re expected to pay rent, respect the lease, and maintain the space. But […]