Renters take aim at over-the-top junk fees targeted by White House

From tech fees to non-refundable move-in costs and so-called “peace-of-mind packages,” the “junk fees” landlords charge tenants are increasingly under fire from lawmakers and the White House. Continue reading

Minimize vacancies and maximize revenue: 5 tips to boost your rental

Manual tasks can take up a landlord’s time. But automating jobs and handling maintenance well can help keep renters in place and maximize a property’s revenue stream, experts told Inman. Continue reading

5 tips for what landlords should include in a rental lease agreement

Landlords will want to make sure to cover their bases when it comes to rent payments, security deposits and liability. Here are some tips for what to include in a rental lease agreement. Continue reading

What can landlords look for when screening tenants for a rental?

An ineffective screening process can fail to block a potential threat to an investment property, experts told Inman. Here’s a few more screening tips landlords might want to consider. Continue reading

What should landlords do — or not do — when tenants are late on rent?

Should investment property owners be lenient with overdue rent payments? When should landlords start the eviction process? Experts share tips on how to deal with delinquent tenants. Continue reading