The normal wear and tear thing is HUGE. So many landlords now days are trying to / successfully charging extra for "normal wear and tear repairs" on move out for stuff these days. Like if someone has lived in a unit for 7 years and the carpet needs to be replaced, you should not charge the tenant for it when they move out. A lot of states even have laws saying you can't and that you HAVE to replace it after X amount of time when someone moves out. (Or, even after X amount of time if they haven't moved and want it done FOR free, yes, for FREE even if they are still living in the place.) Same with paint and other stuff. But a lot of landlords are charging anyway. Even though it's illegal. Some just don't know the law, some can't be bothered to learn the law and some just are horrible people that want to get away with whatever they can because they have money and can bury you in court. Then there is the whole thing of doing subpar repairs on stuff. I'm a house cleaner in a few apartment buildings. One of them has become horrible. They are using the cheapest wall paint that is totally matte and can't be cleaned because it just rubs off.. and so many other issues.
Your videos are very informative, thank you! We rent out an apartment in the bottom level of our house. We have family member of the tenant who seems to think it’s ok to come and shower everyday but not live here ☹️. Should we be charging extra for this ? I feel like yes, absolutely! ?
Our state caps late fees to 5% of the rent which is chump change. Other than sending scary notices, how can we get around this to make it less attractive pay rent late?
Generally, this might be featured in the repair or the maintenance section of the lease. It can also appear in your House Rules if you feature this as a separate addendum.
Why don’t you go over how to evict an heir? City violation of grass over 7 inches. Water meter running for over 2 hours. Mold test done by professional in kitchen area. Heir breaks off lock even though they told that mold eradication has to be completed before entry. Heir breaks in house and bust window to gain entry. Heir changes locks to lock out administrator of estate.
Tenants now are super savvy…. They are not afraid of owners or attorneys anymore. They ignore late fees like it’s a joke. They know landlords cannot do anything about it. Not enforceable!
@@LandlordAttorney Who wants to live in a high-stress mutual game of "gotcha"? If a landlord wants to start something, I will legally finish it irrespective of effort involved. However, I would rather rent from a no-hassle landlord.
Hi I am really enjoying your videos thank you so much.
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The normal wear and tear thing is HUGE. So many landlords now days are trying to / successfully charging extra for "normal wear and tear repairs" on move out for stuff these days.
Like if someone has lived in a unit for 7 years and the carpet needs to be replaced, you should not charge the tenant for it when they move out. A lot of states even have laws saying you can't and that you HAVE to replace it after X amount of time when someone moves out. (Or, even after X amount of time if they haven't moved and want it done FOR free, yes, for FREE even if they are still living in the place.)
Same with paint and other stuff.
But a lot of landlords are charging anyway. Even though it's illegal.
Some just don't know the law, some can't be bothered to learn the law and some just are horrible people that want to get away with whatever they can because they have money and can bury you in court.
Then there is the whole thing of doing subpar repairs on stuff. I'm a house cleaner in a few apartment buildings. One of them has become horrible. They are using the cheapest wall paint that is totally matte and can't be cleaned because it just rubs off.. and so many other issues.
Oh yeah, I took your advice about 'leaving money on the table '. No more Mr Nice.
Glad to hear it. Better business practices lead to better tenants.
Your videos are very informative, thank you!
We rent out an apartment in the bottom level of our house. We have family member of the tenant who seems to think it’s ok to come and shower everyday but not live here ☹️. Should we be charging extra for this ? I feel like yes, absolutely! ?
@@LLBmcq Your house, your rules, just tell the tenant that all visitors must be cleared by you! /sarc
Our state caps late fees to 5% of the rent which is chump change. Other than sending scary notices, how can we get around this to make it less attractive pay rent late?
Well, a collection of scary notices may suffice for a court to award an eviction.
Can you give us an example of the wording for a time charges clause?
It will vary a little from state to state.
@@LandlordAttorney For the state of Texas?
What clause would this be under? How do I state it in lease if tenant doesn’t take care of notice and landlord has to step in? Thank you
Generally, this might be featured in the repair or the maintenance section of the lease. It can also appear in your House Rules if you feature this as a separate addendum.
If I am doing a walk through can I take pictures of the damages to the property before repairs
Yes, you can.
Why don’t you go over how to evict an heir? City violation of grass over 7 inches. Water meter running for over 2 hours. Mold test done by professional in kitchen area. Heir breaks off lock even though they told that mold eradication has to be completed before entry. Heir breaks in house and bust window to gain entry. Heir changes locks to lock out administrator of estate.
It depends on whether she has become an owner. If the heir is an owner, she cannot be evicted.
Not a owner only a beneficiary and a Administrator of the estate has been appointed by the courts with letters of administration.
Tenants now are super savvy…. They are not afraid of owners or attorneys anymore. They ignore late fees like it’s a joke. They know landlords cannot do anything about it. Not enforceable!
I agree that tenants are getting educated. Landlords, therefore, need to keep pace to stay ahead.
It's enforceable if it's in the lease..
Please, fees are 100% enforceable. You evict them after X amount of fees. Most states have renabled those laws since Covid has calmed down.
@@LandlordAttorney Who wants to live in a high-stress mutual game of "gotcha"? If a landlord wants to start something, I will legally finish it irrespective of effort involved. However, I would rather rent from a no-hassle landlord.
Late fees can be deducted from future rent making their rent short which is grounds for eviction.
nothing compared to NYS
yes, this varies greatly from state to state