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Anthereca E. Lane Tips for first time landlord
16 September 2016 | 9 replies
I'm sure I didn't think of everything, but I covered a good amount of ground.Some examples of the provisions (many of these have more detailed descriptions in the lease, this is just for illustration purposes):Windows must be kept shut when it's raining or snowing.All pipes must be dripped during freezing weather (tenant is liable for any burst or leaky pipes that are a result of not dripping the taps)Wood floors / granite countertops / and butcher block counters can only be cleaned with certain products that I list (and I list forbidden cleaning products that can lead to damage, such as vinegar for floors or granite).The dishwasher can only have dishwasher detergent (ie Cascade), and DO NOT USE dish soap.There will be a cleaning fee of $x if the premises is left unclean upon vacancy.Any property left on the premisesA list of things that are forbidden from being put down sinks and pipes, and a provision that if a plumber is called and the repair is due to anything other than defective plumbing, the tenant is responsible for the cost of repair. 
Sam Leon Wear and Tear? Or Not?
20 February 2014 | 30 replies
Recycled cart has broken shovels, various brake fluids, steering fluids, razor blades, Draino, harded laundry detergent, rocks and concrete hunks etc...I really don't want to call and hire someone to sort trash...so I had to dump out all three carts in my front yard and sort through them, the broken glass was a challenge.
Peter G. Welcome gift for a new Tenant?
1 January 2022 | 64 replies
Mostly items for getting started in their home and items to help them take care of the place.Here's what we give new tenants.....Cleaning Bucket with Cleaning Supplies:  white vinegar, baking soda, awesome degreaser, cleaning disinfectant wipes, carpet spot cleaner, magic eraser, all purpose cleaner, scrub sponge.Tote Bag with Useful Items and Tools:  hand soap, paper towels, plastic garbage bags, toilet paper, toilet plunger, Zip-It (strip for clearing hair clogs from drains), plastic clothes hangers, shower curtain liner (good quality cloth one), laundry detergent, dish soap/dish detergent, cutting board, "Freeze the Grease, Save the Drain" kit, “Recycle” tote, magnet with our name and contact information.Refreshments In the Fridge:  several bottles of water, snack food, bottle of sparking cider with a welcome note attached.
Justin Goodin Direct Mail - What's Your Opinion?
11 October 2021 | 23 replies
It is already a household name, but they know that when you see the commercial you are very unlikely to need detergent right then.
Mike Franco Standard of cleaning for turnover? What do your new tenants complain about?
10 June 2013 | 5 replies
I always wash the walls with detergent.
Shiv Gettu Furnished Rentals-Collaborate to form a Master Item List?
22 October 2018 | 5 replies
A recliner or two, sofa, loveseat, coffee table, end tables, smart HDTV mounted on the wall, washer, dryer, ironing board, iron, fridge, stove, dishwasher (optional), toaster over, microwave, coffee maker, cooking and eating utensils, trash cans and bags, bed with pillows and linens, towels, night stand, smaller HDTV or old style tv, towels, cleaning supplies, vacuum cleaner, spare light bulbs, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, laundry detergent, blue ray player with xxx movies (optional), cable and internet services, gas or charcoal grill with appropriate fuel, toilet plunger, mouse traps.
Chad C. Contractor left thick black oil stains all over my driveway
28 October 2017 | 7 replies
Rinse everything down.3) Once the driveway has been scrubbed down with #2, while the driveway is still wet, spread some powder laundry detergent and scrub it down again with the push broom. 
Sam Leon Washine machines for landlords, front loaders, top loaders, HE models...
11 August 2015 | 5 replies
So that's another consideration.Finally, lower consumption washers require special detergents
Xun He Very frustrated with terrible terrible tenants, two in a row.
25 May 2017 | 16 replies
I believed their lies that the strong odor was due to detergent used in carpet cleaning.
Gadiel Del Orbe Warnings of Recession
9 August 2020 | 140 replies
I mean living off welfare, a family of six in an 800 square-foot apartment  Apartment, going back to school, selling everything, making my own laundry detergent to save money, failing hard.