Vol. X: Go4Rent Magazine for Realtors and Landlords
In Vol. X, we discuss smoke and carbon monoxide detector inspections; crowded driveways; Transaction Coordinator duties; broker complaints; mid-year tenant add-on; and secret door installation.
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Note from the Editor: Vol. X
I recently had a conversation with the daughter of a prospective home buyer. Her mother was unable to find a home that suited her financial and aesthetic needs, so she reached out to a Realtor for help. The situation only got worse. Those two couldn’t stay on the same page when it came to house hunting. Six months later, neither could agree on the mother’s next home. The Realtor charged her a $500 cancellation fee when they parted ways, and both the mother and the daughter were irate about it.
It’s Not Me, It’s You ~ How To Get Rid Of a Difficult Rental Client
Although Realtors are not required to have an exclusivity contract so a tenant or a landlord can work with them, the NAR states Realtors cannot compete for same client. But if the business relationship isn't working out, how can a Realtor sever ties?
Should Realtors Require Representation Agreements With Tenants?
Should Realtors require a mandatory representation agreement with tenants (and landlords) to make sure that they can earn that income? This article will discuss how representation agreements work with both groups, when they might be ideal and how to avoid mistakes that could lead to a loss of commission.
Does Cold Calling Work For Rental Realtors?
Violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act or calling someone on the National Do Not Call Registry could result in a class-action lawsuit. In spite of these odds, cold calling still remains a popular strategy for some Realtors. Read below to find out how to cold call legally—without sacrificing a Realtor’s brand.
6 Rules To Safely Market Empty Rentals
Situational awareness and emergency planning can go a long way in preventing crime. Although crime is rare for the majority of landlords and Realtors, it's essential to identify potential danger while completing walk-throughs of empty rentals.
When Is It Time To Replace an HVAC Unit?
Given the cost, making sure HVAC units are working as efficiently as possible is imperative for property owners. That includes understanding when it is time for repairs, maintenance or a full replacement of the unit. Here’s how to know when it’s time to replace or repair an HVAC system.
The Truth Behind Rental Property Disclosures
What responsibility does the Realtor have to share information about any property defects before move-in time? Can the property owner be held liable if this information isn’t disclosed to the Realtor beforehand? Find out below.
Don’t Let Tenants In Before the Official Move-In Date
There are circumstances where an early move-in can create legal or insurance headaches for landlords—especially if the lease agreement has yet to be signed. Landlords should never let renters move in pursuant to finalizing this agreement. Here are five reasons why.
Know Photo Copyright Laws Before Posting on the MLS
Avoiding photo copyright legal trouble is as simple as learning how to comply with these laws, namely the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Here are some ways Realtors can make sure they’re following the rules.
Know When It’s Time to Replace Kitchen Cabinets
Often the largest part of a kitchen remodeling budget, replacing cabinets costs about $100 to $1,200 per linear foot of stock cabinets, including installation, for a total ranging between $4,000 to $13,000. And here are reasons why it makes sense to update and replace cabinets for more than just aesthetics.
Building a Bar
While 2022 became a “new normal” and people headed back to their favorite hangouts (if those companies survived economically), others didn't have to. They’ve got their home bars instead. How’d they do it? Here are a few tips.
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