New Tenant Do’s and Dont’s

[Carmen Garza]

Anyone have a checklist they can share?

EX: advises the tenants on grass cutting , what not to flush or put into the sinks (feminine products, cooking oil -used or unused), pet info

[Henry T.]

Geee, let me try.   Do Pay the rent on time. Dont damage anything. Do Put all requests in writing. Do Pick up your garbage. Do be really thankful you've scored one of my places. Do respect your neighbors. Do take an appliance training course. Do take a training course on changing a light bulb.  Dont call me when you flush your toy truck down the toilet.

[Trent Brown]

Enjoy the property:

• Live in the property and use the amenities according to the lease agreement.
• Decorate the property within reasonable limits, as long as it doesn't damage the walls or cause permanent changes.
• Have guests over, as long as it doesn't violate noise ordinances or disturb other tenants.
• Keep pets, if allowed by the lease agreement.

Maintain the property:

• Keep the property clean and sanitary.
• Make minor repairs, like replacing light bulbs or fixing leaky faucets.
• Report any major repairs to the landlord promptly.

Other rights:

• Receive a copy of the lease agreement before signing.
• Ask for clarification on any terms of the lease they don't understand.
• Pay rent on time, according to the lease agreement.
• Withhold rent if the landlord fails to make necessary repairs.
• Terminate the lease early, if allowed by the lease agreement or if the landlord breaches the agreement.

Things Tenants Can't Do:

Damage the property:

• Make any major alterations or renovations to the property without the landlord's permission.
• Paint the walls without the landlord's permission.
• Install permanent fixtures or appliances without the landlord's permission.
• Engage in any activities that could damage the property, such as throwing loud parties or using illegal substances.

Violate the lease agreement:

• Use the property for commercial purposes without the landlord's permission.
• Sublet the property without the landlord's permission.
• Have more occupants than allowed by the lease agreement.
• Keep pets that are not allowed by the lease agreement.
• Cause disturbances that bother other tenants.

Other restrictions:

• Smoke inside the property, if prohibited by the lease agreement.
• Park in unauthorized areas.
• Use the property for illegal activities.

[Jaryn Pierson]

Carmen

I would highly recommend the book 'Managing Rental Properties' by Heather and Brandon Turner. It is a quick'ish read and outlines everything you need to know to get started in the world of 'mom and pop' landlording.

Happy investing !

[Carmen Garza]

Quote from @Henry T.:

Geee, let me try.   Do Pay the rent on time. Dont damage anything. Do Put all requests in writing. Do Pick up your garbage. Do be really thankful you've scored one of my places. Do respect your neighbors. Do take an appliance training course. Do take a training course on changing a light bulb.  Dont call me when you flush your toy truck down the toilet.

Lol! I’ll add these to my list:-)

[Carmen Garza]

Quote from @Trent Brown:

Enjoy the property:

• Live in the property and use the amenities according to the lease agreement.
• Decorate the property within reasonable limits, as long as it doesn't damage the walls or cause permanent changes.
• Have guests over, as long as it doesn't violate noise ordinances or disturb other tenants.
• Keep pets, if allowed by the lease agreement.

Maintain the property:

• Keep the property clean and sanitary.
• Make minor repairs, like replacing light bulbs or fixing leaky faucets.
• Report any major repairs to the landlord promptly.

Other rights:

• Receive a copy of the lease agreement before signing.
• Ask for clarification on any terms of the lease they don't understand.
• Pay rent on time, according to the lease agreement.
• Withhold rent if the landlord fails to make necessary repairs.
• Terminate the lease early, if allowed by the lease agreement or if the landlord breaches the agreement.

Things Tenants Can't Do:

Damage the property:

• Make any major alterations or renovations to the property without the landlord's permission.
• Paint the walls without the landlord's permission.
• Install permanent fixtures or appliances without the landlord's permission.
• Engage in any activities that could damage the property, such as throwing loud parties or using illegal substances.

Violate the lease agreement:

• Use the property for commercial purposes without the landlord's permission.
• Sublet the property without the landlord's permission.
• Have more occupants than allowed by the lease agreement.
• Keep pets that are not allowed by the lease agreement.
• Cause disturbances that bother other tenants.

Other restrictions:

• Smoke inside the property, if prohibited by the lease agreement.
• Park in unauthorized areas.
• Use the property for illegal activities.

 Thank you! Very helpful:-)