Philippe Laurin
Tenant wants to use unit for business purposes
Hi everyone,A potential tenant wants to use one of my units to live in (Montreal region), but would also operate his business from this unit. He says he would have 2 people working 9 to 5 in this unit, and wouldn't ha...
Mark Miller
Can a PMC legally refuse to send initial tenant application?
During the PMA contract term, can a property management company legally refuse to send the initial tenant application that contains the background check and income information?If yes, then what about after termination...
Miko Lee
Questions on choosing tenants
Hi all,New landlord here. I tried educating myself with a bunch of online resources and books before closing on a property, and yet, I still stumble when I am actually facing these situations. I received two applicati...
Jennifer Mora
Limiting number of tenants
I have a 3-bedroom rental. Is it ok for me to list it as a 2-bedroom with office? Also, can I limit the number of tenants to 2? If it's ok to limit number of tenants, is it discriminatory to not rent to a 2 adult/1...
Mark Forest
Define "service dog"
I have a strict no pet policy, but lately prospective tenants have been saying "but my dog is a service animal." Is there a legal definition in my state of Michigan of a service dog? I don't think I can even ask a pr...
Rhondalette W.
Eviction on record from 7 years ago (2008) do you rent to them?
Trying to find our first tenants. We have found a couple that we like, however the husband has an eviction from an apartment in 2008. I have heard some say that if a person has ANY evictions they would not rent to the...
Valerie K.
Section 8 Housing advice for a newbie
Hi all! though I wear the Pro badge, I am anything but! I am wondering if any seasoned Section 8 investors want to share their experiences here. I have several family friends who have great cash flow in Bakersfield C...
Delicia M.
How Do I Get More Rental Applications?
I have placed a For Rent sign out in front of a totally renovated 3bd/1ba corner house. I posted its availability on the local Facebook Marketplace. The posting outline min criterias; proof of income, background check...
Account Closed
How to decline to receive an appication?
When showing an apartment and getting a feel for the applicant, what do you say when you *know* you do not want to do business with them based on their personality and the things they say? I've met a couple of applica...
Shawn H.
Rejecting Applicants
When you select a tenant, does everyone notify all of the other applicants that they are being rejected? Or do you tell applicants when they apply, that you will only notify them if they are approved?