by Simone & Associates | Apr 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Q: I do not allow pets in my apartments. I have a tenant who is claiming that her cat is a therapy animal and she says that she is entitled to a reasonable accommodation. Do I have to let her keep the cat? A: Yes, a landlord must work with a disabled tenant to make...
by Simone & Associates | Mar 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Q: This is my first time renting out my residential unit. The late fee provision in my Lease allows me to charge a percentage of the rent or a flat fee. How much can I charge for the late fee? A: Your late fee should be no more than 6% of the monthly rent. For...
by Simone & Associates | Feb 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Q: My tenant is requesting to add a roommate to her lease, do I have to allow my tenant to have a roommate? First, you will need to review your lease or rental agreement with this tenant. As a landlord, you may include a clause in your lease or rental agreement that...
by Simone & Associates | Jan 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Q: I served my tenant with a three day notice to pay rent or quit and he called me during the 3 Day Notice period to tell me he moved and I could take back the property. He left the keys on the counter and he left some of his stuff behind. What do I do with the stuff...
by Simone & Associates | Oct 24, 2016 | Move In / Move Out Process
Tips for the move in/ move out process – Applications -Inspections -Deposits -Agreements -Accounting -Normal “wear and tear” -Pictures -Storing -Stored items [slideshare...