All Forum Posts by: Jennifer Breaux

So I inherited this tenant. They have been renting the house for the last 9 years and pay on time. I was just starting out, but I should have done a better job of inspecting the house and enforcing the lease. You definitely learn what not to do the next time. I let them keep a dog they had but then they also got a cat which tore up all the door frames. Im prepared now to do a better background check for the next tenant. 

 I actually was just on your website a few days ago. I only have one property now but as I get more I definitely may contact you to manage for me. I have decided to give the vacate notice on Monday to be out by 1/31. Thanks for your reply. 

I definitely know in my gut they need to go. Maybe I just needed to hear it from someone else. Thanks! 

My first property lease ends Dec 31 and will change to a month to month lease. I am increasing rent and changing lease terms. I recently went in the home for some repairs to find lots of damage and filthy living conditions. I plan on sending a notice for lease violations for safety and fire hazards due to uncleanliness. Also a pet has damaged door frames and window blinds. Tentants have also been showering with a curtain 6 inches too short and letting the water puddle on the floor. This is a pier home and now the floor is weak. There are missing globes on all lights, missing knobs on cabinets, cabinets don’t close and are sagging. Help! I have read so many things on Louisiana landlord laws but nothing is very clear. I’m going to give them a chance to clean up or I will send a notice to vacate. Anyone have any advice? 

Hi, I’m nearby in Baton Rouge and we have our rental insured through foremost. It was difficult to find someone to write the policy.