There are some tenants you just want to disappear.Maybe they don’t pay rent, have unauthorized people or pets in the house, are damaging the property, or keep calling with unreasonable repair requests. Whatever the reason, you want them gone. And if you want to know how to get rid of a tenant …
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How to Evict a Tenant in Texas [2018 Complete Guide]
No one wants to deal with a tenant eviction, but sometimes it’s a necessity. When a tenant is in breach of lease, you have to follow through with the consequences.What's the goal of an eviction? To get back possession of the property.The goal is NOT to get back your money. There’s no need …
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The Landlord’s Guide to Returning Tenant Security Deposits Properly
You’re on a deadline. Your tenant finished their lease and moved out after their full term. Now you’ve inspected the property, and it’s time to return the security deposit. Sounds easy enough. But if you get it wrong, it’s a big deal. And it’s one of the most common mistakes DIY landlords …
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The Landlord’s Guide to Lease Violations In Texas
Wouldn’t life be easier if people just did what they said they’d do?That shouldn’t be unreasonable, yet people – tenants and landlords included – disappoint each other every day simply because they don’t do what they said.When a tenant and landlord sign a contract, they’re saying they’ll follow the …
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4 Warning Signs You Have a Tenant Turnover Problem
Tenant turnover is a huge pain. When tenants move out, they leave high costs and unavoidable frustrations in their wake. And since most leases are 12 months, you could be dealing with these issues annually. First, they cost you money – the utility transfer expenses alone add up to hundreds of …
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How to Prevent Tenants From Damaging Your Rental Property
A landlord’s first priority is to keep their property in good condition. But tenants obviously use the house, so there will be normal wear and tear. The trick comes in distinguishing normal use from damage. So where do you draw the line between the two? It’s somewhat subjective, but here are …
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Top 4 Warning Signs of Trouble Tenants
No one wants an irresponsible tenant. People that damage property and miss their payments are every landlord’s nightmare! If you want to prolong the life of your property, the best way to do that is to rent to people who take care of the house when you’re not there. However, finding these kinds …
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How To Avoid The Costly Headache of Evicting a Tenant
It’s the first of the month and your tenant’s rent is due. You finally filled the vacancy and have a new promising tenant in the property but the check fails to arrive. You call your renter and hear an excuse about how they were busy this week -- but the check should be in the mail. A few more …
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