Hey everyone! I'm under contract to purchase 4 SFH three of which used to be duplexes. Since those 3 are all still zoned as MFR, my goal is to convert them back to duplexes and hopefully place section 8 tenants. Right now obviously the tenants are responsible for keeping up with their yard since they're SFH. With me converting them back to MFR, should I be the one to handle Lawncare? Would love to know how fellow duplex owners handle this!
Depends on how they are structured and the leases. Some duplexes will be up-down with one having access to the front yard and another to the back. Others will be side by side with fences.
For any of my homes, the tenants are responsible for mowing the lawn. Doesn't always work out well. Another option is you can include the cutting of the grass and pay someone to do it. In that case, charge a premium to include that in the rent.
Real Estate Agent · North Augusta, SC · Member since 2017 · 254 posts · 233 votes
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For multifamily, I take care of the yards (well, I have a yard person do it). It prevents having half the yard look crazy and the rest look good. Also means tenants aren't storing mowers/gas under, near, around the house. It's a pretty big added benefit to the tenants as well. :)