Hi, I just leased to a new tenant (six-month lease) and the tenant has moved into the premises this month. Without my knowledge and consent, the tenant brought in a pit bull (or similar breed). I discovered the pet wh...

I purchased my first rental property (duplex) not too long ago. The previous owner was charging very low rent on one side. The other side was vacant (cash for keys). I spent a substantial amount of money renovating th...

Hi there,I have a single family house that the tenant generally took good care of, but let the lawn mostly die and left some large screws in the wall. I carefully documented it all, along with photos and got quotes fo...

I am considering renting to pet owners. Are pet fees collected monthly, if so, what percentage of the rent should I charge?  

Hey everyone, I recently purchased a triplex I’m house hacking in St. Pete where I inherited a tenant in one of the units. She paid the first month’s rent on time. However, she’s late on her second month’s rent and ga...

What happens if tenant does not pay RENT RAISE.....Hi BP,Can any landlords out there suggest what they dowhen tenants do not pay the RENT RAISE on the specified date ?They pay the rent, however NOT the rent raise amou...

Hi Everyone, One of my tenants in a triplex are a married couple with a baby and two dogs. The unit is a 3Bed/2Bath in Chicago. Their lease is up mid-2018. They told me they've started the process of hosting one to tw...

Tenant has informed that is suffering from anxiety disorder and provided letter from therapist recommending 'stress-relieving aquarium' of 'proportional size to the living area, no smaller than the largest television ...

Hi Everyone,   Have a friend that just started renting his house.  His lease doesn't state anything about allowing or denying a dog or pet.  There was no mention of a dog or pet during the screening process. Now the d...

A long time tenant is moving out and we just posted the home will be available for rent. The first family that responded is asking about allowing a cat. I realize most people will say they wouldn't allow pets. However...