Vol. 7R: Go4Rent Magazine for Renters
The 7th edition has tips for community gardens, hard-freezing plants, preparing for a weather emergency, soundproof rooms, recording laws, small claims court for landlord disputes and pool cleaning.
Note from the Editor: Vol. 7R
I was headed out the door two days before Christmas, and I’d already told relatives to hold off on picking me up for the holidays until after a mandatory extermination check was done. From past multi-unit rental experiences, I’d learned the hard way that tenants may either be ashamed or worried about the costs once property owners realize they have a bug or rodent problem. Meanwhile, as both a prior tenant and a current condo unit owner, my door is wide open. Spray it down!
Know Legal Ramifications of Recording Tenant-Landlord Disputes
Whether it’s the tenant’s fault, the landlord’s fault or the calendar dates changing, there will come a time when tenants will have to contact property owners to make repairs. But what happens when a landlord refuses to do so and the tenant needs a record of their discussions?
Small Claims, Big Problems: How to Resolve Security Deposit Disputes
After the move is complete and keys are turned in, tenants wait anxiously for their landlord to return their security deposit. But what happens when a landlord withholds a security deposit? And what legal rights does a tenant have to get that money back?
In the Event of an Emergency
Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Harvey were important reminders about the need to stay prepared for any type of emergency. Here’s how renters can try to keep themselves and their homes safe.
Quick and Easy Ways to Soundproof a Room
There are plenty of ways tenants can help soundproof their space. Here are some cheap, easy ways to ensure peace and quiet.
Setting Up a Community Garden Without Violating the Rules
Community gardens offer many benefits to renters. But tenants should know how to establish a shared garden without violating condominium owners association (COA) rules, lease agreements or relationships with neighbors.
Hard Freeze: How to Care for Plants in the Winter
Dealing with freezing temperatures isn't out of the question for those living in Texas and Florida. In fact, both states have seen unusually cold, and sometimes record-breaking, winters in recent years. Here’s how tenants can protect their homes and greenery when freezing weather strikes.
Clean Pool, Happy Tenant
While a pool (or hot tub) can be an attractive rental amenity, it can also be an added burden due to maintenance and upkeep. The signed lease agreement should dictate a specific maintenance routine, but the tenant will frequently be responsible for caring for the pool or hot tub on the property.
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