With Morganton’s growing population, influx of major corporations like Tyson Foods, and frequent visitors traveling to and from the mountains, this property is perfectly positioned for long-term growth and profitability.

We do NOT sign a lease with a prospect until they have:1) Paid Holding Fee2) Paid all MoveIn Funds: first month's rent + security deposit + Pet Fees, etc., MINUS Holding Fee paid.3) Utility Transfer: we require proof they've put all applicable utilities in their name.4) We do send them a copy of the lease to review.Once all above done, we send lease to sign electronically.

If the tenants have a pet, like a dog, it’s worth discussing, as pets are a common source of fleas.

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It’s pet friendly with hardware floors and a fenced in backyard.

Food for thought!

If pets are allowed by the HOA I would strongly recommend you consider allowing pets as more than 50% of travelers travel with their pets and that will make your priority more desirable.

Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Do you think Whole Foods, Walmart, or Target decides on a location because someone in management thinks this is a good location?

First, you are making a mistake keeping the tenant who violated your no-pet policy and hasn't paid their share of the rent ($50 a month).