House Rules Every Landlord Should Explain to Tenants

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House Rules Every Landlord Should Explain to
Tenants
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Why Rules House rules
are an important thing that you should talk to
your tenants. Before they move in, you should
explain the rules properly as they may come up
with a new thing to do at your home that could
create trouble.
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Convey Your Expectations Sometimes tenants
break the rules as they dont know if there are
any existing rules. Explaining the do's and
don'ts will prevent tenants from breaking it and
abusing your property. You should clearly convey
your expectations by putting them in writing with
the agreement as it will help you to take any
action against repeated violation.
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Late Rent Payments Depending on the
situation you should explain on late payments to
your tenants. You could provide two or three days
of the grace period of payment after charging
your tenants with extra fees. While you are
allowing such grace period, make sure to check
with local and state law to determine how you can
take action on late payment.
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Garbage Removal Garbage removal can become a
major issue if not properly handled. It can
become a problem for you as there could be the
risk of local or state law violation and hence a
good idea is to put a rule on improper garbage
removal.
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Appropriate Use Of Appliances The most
expensive area of your rental property is the
kitchen. Setting a rule regarding the usage of
kitchen appliances could be helpful to protect
the appliances. You should explain the things and
may put penalty if any misuses occur.
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Exterior Maintenance This could be an issue
if you do not explain the areas which can be used
for additional installation of things by tenants.
He/she may install things without your knowledge
and therefore it is important to clearly explain
what and where they can install their personal
things, whose duty to cut grass, pick trash, trim
shrubs, etc.
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Pet Policies Pets can create a trouble
between tenants and landlords. So there should be
clear policies explained to your tenants. Ask
them several questions on what type of pets they
will bring and discuss whether they are allowed
or not.
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