Landlords
Find helpful resources for both renters and landlords with guides to lease agreements, eviction notices, and more.
What every landlord should know before they rent their first unit
Searching for and finding the right tenant is a big step for any first time landlord. So before you sign off on your first tenant, here are a few…
Protect yourself and your property with a rental application
The rental application form is an important tool for all landlords. If you own rental property and are in the process of finding a reliable tenant,…
Verify your tenant's ability to pay with an employment verification form
Found a potential tenant who seems like a perfect fit for your rental property? Learn more about why you should verify the employment and income of…
22 tips for first-time landlords
There are numerous requirements and laws that all landlords should be familiar with. Here are the basics.
Serving your tenant with an eviction notice
Dealing with a problem tenant? You may need to serve them an eviction notice. Find out when to use this important legal document and what to expect…
Real Estate Series Part II: What is a landlord responsible for?
A successful relationship with your tenant starts with understanding your responsibilities as a landlord.
Common pitfalls to avoid when writing a residential lease
As the old saying goes, 'don't wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait.' After years of economic ups and downs, people are looking for a…
How to protect yourself from bad tenants
Once a tenant has taken up residence in your rental unit, it can be costly and time-consuming to have him or her removed, so you should aim to head…
Serving your tenant a notice to pay rent or quit
As a landlord, you'll sometimes have tenants who breach their lease by failing to pay rent. Find out your first steps in starting an eviction…
Landlord consent and sublet agreements
The best subletting situations occur when the landlord, tenant, and subtenant are all on the same page. Here is some information on how everyone can…