You can stop a problem in its tracks through your vigilance and regular, frequent inspections.
NOT KNOWING HOW TO EVICT SOMEONE
It seems simple: You’ve got a bad tenant for whatever reason (not paying rent in full, not paying rent on time, not paying rent at all, noise disturbances, theft, vandalism, bringing in pets that aren’t allowed, operating a business illegally, selling illegal substances, property destruction, etc.). Just evict them, right? Problem is, most people don’t know how to evict someone. It’s not as simple as just making a call or kicking them out. So, in the case of a non-paying tenant, when the tenant stops paying, the owner just “leaves it alone” for a month or two (or three) because they don’t know what to do, and they’re busy with their job, their family, and other life obligations. Because they don’t know how to evict a tenant, they don’t have the time to evict the tenant because they don’t have the time to learn how. As a result, the tenant stays in the house for much longer than they should. You need to know the law, the regulations, the processes, the procedures, etc., and how to deal with all the paperwork involved. Without this knowledge, and the ability to execute it, you could end up in a sticky situation.
NOT BEING WILLING TO EVICT SOMEONE
Knowing how to evict a tenant who isn’t paying rent or is causing damage isn’t enough; you have to actually be willing to go through with the eviction process. This might not sound like a big deal, but you might be surprised at how many homeowners aren’t willing to evict someone who isn’t paying them or is otherwise not the ideal occupant. It can be
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