Happy Tenants, Happy Landlord

Do you want to keep your unit occupied with high quality, happy renters who pay their rent on time every month? Every landlord wants to have ideal tenants who cause them no grievances, naturally. However, it is very important for the landlords to make sure that they are providing their tenants with everything they need to make them happy and content in the first place. Let’s look at some of the most important things that you need to do as a landlord to help create a great tenant and landlord relationship.

Great Amenities

When someone rents from you, what is it that makes your place better than all of the others that are out there? What are the amenities that your home or condominium has to offer? Think about things from a tenant’s point of view and point out the best features. Do you have a pool, or is there a pool in the complex? Is there a fitness center, a backyard for BBQs, or other outdoor amenities?

Consider some “freebies” that you might be able to offer as well. Consider offering free Internet and free cable television. You may also want to furnish the apartment. Again, this will be perfect for those who are looking for corporate housing. These can be especially effective at enticing short-term rentals for corporate housing.

Of course, you shouldn’t only think about the amenities that are within the house or the complex. Also, think about the things that makes the area great. Is it easy to get onto the highway? Are there plenty of places to shop and dine in the area? All of these things can help to entice renters to your property and make them happier once they are there.

Fast Response Time

What happens if the tenant has an issue with something on the property? Perhaps the hot water stops working, or they discover pests that need to be eradicated. Maybe one of the kids in the neighborhood threw a ball through a window by mistake. No matter the size of the problem, landlords need to be available to listen to the issues and to remedy them as quickly as possible. There’s no such thing as a “small problem” in the mind of a tenant who contacts you. They want you to take care of the problem right away. Since those tenants are paying for the unit, you certainly should.

If you can’t handle the issue on your own, you should get in touch with a contractor who can help. It’s a good idea to have different types of contractors in your stable that you can call on when you need help, as well as someone who can handle the basic maintenance.

Keep the Property in Great Shape and Make Improvements

To keep current renters happy and to make new renters want to stay in the property, it is important to make sure you take great care of the home. This includes the landscaping outside, the paint and the overall veneer of the house, as well as the inner workings, such as the electrical and plumbing. Making improvements to the house, such as adding a new air conditioning system or a washer and dryer, can help to keep the tenants happy. It also helps to increase the overall value of the property.

Give the Tenants the Information They Need

When someone moves into your property, whether it is a short-term or long-term rental, they have no idea about any rules or regulations that might be in place. It is your job to inform them so they have a smooth experience. For example, if they are moving into a condominium complex that does not allow pets, or smoking, they need to know. The tenants also need to know how to contact you if they have an emergency or questions. Should they call you, or should they call your maintenance person instead? Where are the parking spaces, and how many do they have? Consider all of the things that you would want to know if you were to move into the property. Also, let the tenants ask you any questions they have about the property, just so you do not miss anything.

Be Mindful of the Tenant’s Privacy

While you want to make sure that the tenants are taking care of your property, you do not want to be a landlord that is always outside the door trying to find out what’s happening. Tenants need space to live and be happy, and they will not be able to do this with a landlord looking over their shoulder. Trust in the tenants. If they prove themselves to be a problem, you can deal with it at that time. If you don’t mind their privacy, it could actually cause a good tenant to become a bad tenant.