Considering Buying My Tenant a Lawnmower

[Ryan List]

So i've lived in a duplex that I had purchased 4 years ago. I've had the same tennant renting the other side during this entire period. The entire time I've taken care of all of the grass cutting maintenance on the entire property. I'm going to be moving out, and renting out the side I've been living in. 

The long term tenant rented the property with the understanding that I was taking care of lawn service. Now that I am leaving, she will be required to take on the mowing of her side. I feel it is only right to buy her a mower, which is an added expense that she did not plan for knowing that I was mowing the property. When I rent out the side that I've been on, they will be responsible for mowing their side, but they would know that up front. 

What do you guys think? Tell her she's on the hook for mowing her half of the duplex now and let her buy her own mower, or pitch in and get her one? She's been a good tenant and I believe she wants to stay here long term.

Thanks guys. 

-Ryan 

[Ryan List]

I think what I'll do is give her a Lowes or home depot gift card. That way it's more on her, and she can get whatever she decides.