Does anyone know if I must (by law) give notice to my tenants to do things like mow the lawn or clean out the gutters?

Just drop a notice on the car a week before doing that.Tenants call you about bs that does not have to do with repairs, charge them $35 for the call.If they call you about their personal life problems, tell them to call someone else, the cops, or you will charge them for the calls.Tenant don't pay rents on time.

Marc,  Our lease states we cans show the property during the notice interval, and access by the landlord is authorized for showings and inspections.The first step is to visit the property to "preview" it for the marketing, and you can note any big issues that may delay occupancy, and even stress to the residents what they could be docked for.I always tell the residents to protect their valuables because its hard to track other people's children during showings, and the more they cooperate and the faster the house leases, the less time they have to tolerate showings.I've had perfect houses occupied the next day.I've had disasters that need  six weeks to prepare.With this effort and a mid-lease maintenance inspection, there are fewer surprises.

But agree with others, that unless there were damages, I would return the remainder of this deposit.I have had a unit where the tenant smoked pot inside, and while they lived there, you could always smell it, not always strong, but noticeable.  

A black glove with a middle finger showing and a nailed up note with the tenants name underneath, KKK Neighborhood Watch notices, couple of n****r messages, and the oldy but goldy, a noose in the front yard.Our tenant calls the cops, and absolutely nothing happens apart from the neighbor being told that if he fires his gun outside again he'll be arrested.Over the next few months this continues.

If you need I would be happy to email you the 5 day notice that we use.

I have noticed several foreclosed multis that seem to have moved a bit quicker. 

Daily Court Review houses the list for $19.99 (Harris County)...Along with Storage Auctions and Legal Notices, https://www.dailycourtreview.com/Step 1, you must register...Step 2, well connect with me and I'll give you the run down...If you go on the first Tuesday of every month, bring a lunch.

Hi All-Have received a notice from the management company that the HOA has decided to fine me (the owner) for a "Noxious Odor" emanating from my tenant's condo unit.

I've already noticed a few groups that meet once or twice a month, but would like to know more if you're in the Wichita area.