Tenancy
How to Deal with Tenant Problems
When dealing with tenant problems, you should first review the lease document to determine if they have violated a lease term. Q: My parents own two apartments in the same building in San Antonio. I recently moved into one of …
Problems to Consider with Tenant Family Members
A daughter rents out a condo to her mother. After the mortgageA Mortgage is a document granting a lien on a home in exchange for financing granted by a lender. The mortgage is the means by which the lender secures …
Legal To Ask For Additional Security Deposit On Rented Home?
Depending on the terms of the lease, it may be possible for a landlord to ask for an additional security deposit on a rented home. If the landlord thinks you are a problem tenant, they might ask for an additional deposit to protect themselves. A long-term lease that includes security deposit terms can protect both sides.
Landlord May Keep Deposit, Regardless Of Potential Renter’s Decision
If you give money to a landlord to hold a rental house for you, you risk losing that money, especially if you didn’t sign any documentation. The landlord is under no obligation to return the deposit put down on the house, even if there was a verbal agreement that the money was only to hold the house. To get the money back you may need to contact a real estate attorney.
Landlord’s Tenant Moves Out Early, Refuses To Pay
A landlord asks what to do when his renter plans to skip out early. The landlord asks about putting a lien on the renter’s new home. The landlord might be better off suing his renter in small claims court.
How To Find Good Tenants
A landlord owns a couple of rental properties and would like to purchase more but is concerned about finding good tenants. One good tip is to underprice your rental property to bring in more prospective tenants to choose from. The key is to bring in enough interest so that you can choose the best tenant for your rental property.
Renters’ Rights: The Basics
Renters’ Rights: The Basics by Janet Portman and Marcia Stewart. Is it next to impossible to get the rent out of your roommate each month? Or is your …
Landlord’s Right To Keep Deposits
A landlord says they are entitled to keep the deposit of a potential renter who doesn’t move into their rental home. He says the deposit is to hold the property, and a landlord could miss out on potential offers while expecting a renter with a deposit to move in. If a landlord intends to keep a deposit regardless of move in, it’s a good idea to make sure the renter knows that up front.
Landlord Keeps Deposit On Apartment
A landlord does not return a deposit that was put on an apartment. A would-be renter should only make a deposit if there’s a clear statement from the landlord as to what will happen to the deposit if you don’t rent the apartment. Without this information up front, the landlord should not keep a deposit.
Renting A Home Versus Buying A Home
The question of renting a home versus buying a home is common. You may be unsure if you can take on a mortgage loan, especially if you already have credit card debt. You have to take many factors into consideration when buying a home, including increasing home values and whether renting can save you money in the long run.
