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We Investigate The Applicant’s Rental History

Vetting Tenants — How we protect the landlord’s interests. We Investigate The Applicant’s Rental History

Check with past landlords

This is usually the slowest part of the process because former landlords are not always quick to respond. Part of the process of checking with past landlords is verifying that the phone number provided is actually the landlord's phone. Then we need to verify that the person who claims to be the landlord actually owns the property that the applicant claimed to have rented. Once we've done all this, we talk to the landlord and ask them a series of questions about the applicant. Landlords can be very informative, especially in off-the-record conversations.  This is an important window into understanding what sort of applicant we are dealing with.

 

Property Management Basics

A big added value that is provided by your Nesbitt Realty property manager is “separation”. Your Nesbitt Realty property manager maintains an adequate level of separation between the landlord and the tenants and the property. As you may already know, it is important to invest in real estate without emotionally investing in tenants or property. Your Nesbitt Realty property manager ensures that you always make the best decision for your family, rather than the tenant’s family. In other words, your Nesbitt Realty rental property manager serves as a buffer between the owner and his/her tenants. Nesbitt Realty assists you with finding tenants, handling repair projects and maintenance, overseeing improvements, collecting rent, and even paying some expenses and taxes. The specific tasks we handle vary considerably based upon the needs and wishes of the property owner. Additionally, a competent Nesbitt Realty property manager gives you protection from certain liabilities. [Find out more about our property management services for landlords.]

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