Critter Control
By the time your tenants get around to contacting you about a critter problem, it has probably progressed fearfully far. As the landlord, performing a sweep on your properties periodically …
NewsFlash!
Calling all Landlords! We have exciting news! BaseRent has officially partnered with SmartMove in order to seamlessly include background checks as a rollout of the tenant application. Our SmartMove integration …
How To Retain Good Tenants (They are hard enough to find!)
When landlords figure out how to retain good tenants, they set themselves up for long term success. Here are a few reminders about the way to treat tenants to keep …
Prepare Your Tenants (And Yourself!) for a City Inspection
Most cities and counties require biennial inspections for rental properties. It behooves you as a landlord to prepare your property for this. It is also wise and considerate to prepare …
Five Perks to Appreciate Great Tenants
Sometimes, giving perks to your best tenants is the right thing to do for you and your tenant. Above living in the coolest rental ever, tenants may need an extra boost to …
Are Strict Landlord Pet Policies for the Birds?
It may sound harsh, but enforcing pet policy rules is usually in a landlord’s best interest. Just say no. In cases of slim tenant pickings, you may not have this …
Five Simple Interior Decorating Ideas to Keep your Rental Looking Fresh
Whether you want to attract a tenant or keep one, these five simple interior decorating ideas are a wonderful way to add class to your rental. There is no need to go …
Five Impossibly Bad Tenant Renewal Incentives
Although it’s smart to offer good tenants renewal incentives, there are several incentives you should not offer tenants. Choose incentives that highlight your strengths as a landlord, and make the …