Giving Tenants Notice

[Deborah Burian]

I have recently purchased a small multi-unit and anticipate not renewing leases for a few units, either because of repair needs or in one case, because we will be no pets and the tenant has three dogs...

Do the more experienced members here have any words of wisdom on when and how to notify tenants they will not be renewed at lease end? My inner social worker wants to tell them as soon as possible. My inner manager says wait til the 30 days in the lease. (the inner two have been in conflict throughout my career)

Any thoughts would be much appreciated.