Turnover is inevitable in almost any property, and as a landlord or property manager, it’s up to you to ensure the unit is ready for the next tenant. Maybe you already have an interested renter with great credentials. Now you need to give them the move-in experience they deserve with an impressive property.

If you aren’t sure where to start, here are few simple tips for landlords:

THINK SAFETY FIRST

The safety of your tenants should come before any other concern with the property. The last thing any landlord wants is to be responsible for an injury to the tenant because of a maintenance issue or safety step the landlord has overlooked. Guarantee your residents safety where you can by:

Re-keying all the locks for the home, garage, mailbox, side gates, shed, and alarms.

This step is a must for peace of mind, ensuring that you and your tenants are the only parties who possess keys to the property.

Inspecting the property.

Various factors cause problems with a home’s foundation, such as the expansion and contraction of clay due to the different weather conditions. Have a foundation repair company check the property between every new tenant. Then, find a licensed electrician to analyze the wiring, a licensed plumber to inspect the plumbing system, and a general contractor to check the rest of the property before you put it up for rent. This way, most of the property’s maintenance needs can be taken care of without inconveniencing your future tenant.

DO NOT OVERLOOK CLEANLINESS

First impressions with prospective tenants are everything—they set standards for property upkeep and attract your ideal renters. Make your property look its best by:

• Fixing any holes in the walls and applying a fresh coat of paint.

• Contracting a professional pest control company to spray for potential pests and scheduling regular appointments to continue the treatments.

• Professionally cleaning the carpet with full-steam and shampoo.

• Changing the air filters and cleaning the vents, along with the surrounding ceiling areas.

• Making sure there are no cob or spider webs around corners, walls, doors, overhangs, and lights.

• Inspecting the ceiling fans to ensure they are functioning and dusted.

• Cleaning the windows and sliding glass doors and inspect for any damage.

Thorough cleaning takes time and manpower. You may consider hiring a professional cleaning company to do the work for you. They’ll make sure every inch of your property is clean from the baseboards to the refrigerator, making it worth your money for the time and stress saved.

A FEW ADDED TOUCHES

Show potential tenants your attention to detail and make your investment property really stand out by:

• Doing a little landscaping. Cutting the grass, pulling weeds, and taking out any dead shrubbery with keep your property looking neat and trim.

• Updating any broken light bulbs with energy-efficient ones, and wiping down any light fixtures to brighten things up.

• Checking the screens on doors and windows to make sure they’re clean and intact.

Make sure your property is ready for tenants by giving them a safe, clean, and thoroughly maintained space they will want to live in and care for as long as possible.

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