For those of you who allow pets in your rentals, any recommendations on specifics to include in lease (ie: keeping yard clean, no noise complaint from barking dog, etc)? And would you recommend non-refundable pet fee ...

I have a home up for rent and I received a great application from potential tenants. They have a couple of dogs. I’d like some advice on possible clauses that would protect me in the event of potential damage, beyond ...

Hi I am a first time property owner looking for tenants.I am writing up my own lease / rules and wanted to know how to state no pets is allowed, and it's penalty and consequences.I read a few posts on the forums from ...

I was wondering if we could require people to show proof of vaccinations, references from previous landlords and/or kennels, and a AKC Canine Good Citizen Certificate with their dogs? I'm not worried about the breed t...

When taking over a long term tenant occupied property and the tenant has a pet would it be in my best interest to immediately request a pet deposit and increase rent due to pet, or don’t say anything about it and allo...

Hi,I noticed last year in Montgomery County Landlord-Tenant Handbook that landlords may no longer charge non-refundable pet fees. I do not recall this statement last time I browsed it a few years prior. Does anyone kn...

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Two months ago one of our tenants expressed interest in adopting a dog and inquired about our pet policy. We are a pet-friendly property, so I shared our Pet Addendum doc with the tenant, outlining...

I've done a little research but I don't see much on pet fees. I'm strongly considering allowing pets as I have a vacant property and I believe this will allow me to rent it faster. I don't want large pets so I plan to...

What is the standard for Pet Deposits in the industry? We have a 2/2 apt that we have maintained well, mainly because we do not permit pets to renters. However, I am thinking of changing to appeal to more renters. Any...

Hello,
My tenant signed the pet agreement (addendum to rental agreement) prior to getting a puppy without my knowledge.  I just found out she got a puppy after signing the document and not asking for permission.   Wh...