Top Benefits of Employment Background Screening

We live in an age where almost anyone can create an exaggerated online persona. It can be hard to read someone on first meeting, especially if they have an internet presence that makes them seem friendly, responsible and mature. This can be daunting in interviews,...

Is It a Good Idea to Allow Pets

Pets are common in many homes, but the decision as to whether or not to allow them in your apartment complex can be a complicated one as while pets are popular, they can damage blinds, carpets, cabinets, and much more. Here are some points to consider when creating...

What To Do If Your Tenant Breaks a Lease

As landlord it is your job to make sure the property you manage is well maintained, safe, and that the tenants have a peaceful place to call home. Part of this stewardship is making sure everyone pays the rent on time because without income the upkeep and management...

What Information Should Be in a Binding Lease

A binding lease for a landlord is the number one defense for controlling the property when a tenant is allowed to use it as a temporary home or business. However, if the lease is not put together well, ambiguities or unmentioned details can often end up being the...

What is Termination for Cause?

When an employee is terminated for cause, it only means one thing: he has done something that may or may not be necessarily illegal or is most probably unethical. Such acts that fall into this category are embezzlement, fraud, lying about qualifications or references...

Renting to Multiple Roommates

Landlords sleep easier at night when they know their rental property is leased by good tenants who will pay the rent and take good care of the premises.  Conversely, bad tenants give landlords nightmares.  One of the difficulties is that prospective renters behave...