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As a landlord, you know how important it is to provide your tenants with a safe living environment. However, it can be difficult to know if your rental property meets all the necessary safety standards, especially if you're not familiar with the regulations. This post will be discussing the various safety standards landlords are required to meet and provide you with actionable tips on how to ensure that your rental property is up to code. By the end of this post, you'll have a better understanding of what it takes to keep your tenants safe and …

People have different levels of sensitivity when it comes to noise. That’s why this is one of the most common complaints you’ll deal with when you own a rental. As a landlord, here are actions you can take when you receive a noise complaint: Objectively Review the Complaint Take time to assess the complaint and keep calm to ensure the issue doesn’t escalate by accusing anyone right away. Be aware of whether or not your city has a standard decibel level to arm yourself with knowledge of the acceptable degree of noise. You can then impose restric…

As a landlord, retaining good tenants is crucial to the success of your rental business. Not only does it reduce the stress and expenses associated with finding new renters, but it also helps to maintain a stable source of rental income. However, keeping tenants long-term is not always easy. So, what are the best ways to retain a tenant? In this blog post, we at State Property Management will discuss six strategies you can implement to increase your chances of keeping your tenants happy and satisfied. 1. Provide Excellent Customer Service Prov…

As a landlord, creating and maintaining up-to-date rental documents is essential. Having all of the proper documents on-hand not only helps keep you organized but also ensures that everything is running smoothly and legally. Depending on the type of rental property you're dealing with, there are certain rental documents that all landlords need. In this blog post, we at State Property Management will discuss what kinds of rental documents landlords must handle during the leasing process. The Importance of Keeping Documents Before diving into th…

Common marketing mistakes can hurt your chances of getting top dollar for your rental property. Doing some legwork first is necessary to avoid a lapse of strategy and, ultimately, lost time and money. Whether you’re new to rental property investment or a seasoned landlord, keep reading to avoid tripping up while advertising your property. 8 Common Rental Property Marketing Mistakes Don’t know where to start? We’re here to help! The following are 8 common mistakes that landlords make. 1. Not Knowing Your Target Audience One of the biggest mist…