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What Are The Intangible Features That You Need To Attract New Tenants?

If you’ve owned rental properties in Beaverton Oregon for some time, you know that the job of being a landlord is getting more difficult each year because the rental market is 24-7-365 and landlords need to do more than just put up a ‘for rent sign.

In this article, we will share with you some of the ‘intangible features’ that you can use to make your rental property stand out from other comparable properties and attract more qualified tenants.

Your Property Must Be Well Represented Online

The first intangible feature that your rental property must-have is a presence that’s well represented online. This means that you must do more than just list the property on Craigslist, or Facebook Groups, you must have a website where you can showcase that property in greater detail.

A Helpful And Professional Landlord

Besides having a great presence for your property, you also must have a helpful and professional landlord who is available to engage with tenants, answer their questions and screen them to see if they will be a good fit for your rental property.

Excellent Communication

Another important feature that you must offer tenants is excellent communication, this means that they should be able to make contact by telephone, text, or email and you should be able to respond to them promptly.

Quality Maintenance And Well-Timed Upgrades

Last of all, but most important, maintenance is also another essential feature that tenants are looking for in a rental property because the average renter doesn’t want to feel like their property is falling around them.

Your goal should be to perform quality maintenance at your property on a quarterly or annual basis as well as well-timed upgrades that add value to the property while showing your tenants that you want to continue keeping the property as nice as possible for them.

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At Rent Beaverton Homes, we specialize in local property management for single-family and multifamily properties in Beaverton and the surrounding areas.

To learn more about the property management services that we can offer you, contact us today by calling (503) 447-7735 or click here to connect with us online.

What Makes A Rental Property Uninhabitable?

Are you searching for information on what makes a rental property uninhabitable? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

The first thing that makes a rental property uninhabitable is a lack of essential utilities.

That’s right, utilities like hot water, cold water, electricity, and heating are essential. If a rental property does not have these basic utilities, this is one clear indication that the property can be classified as being uninhabitable.

When a tenant moves into a rental property, they do so with a basic understanding that that property is going to have a ‘warranty of habitability’. This means that they move into the rental property knowing that it’s going to have the basic utilities that they need to live on a daily basis.

Mold, Mildew, and Water Leaks

Not all water leaks amount to a “major issue” or immediately make a property uninhabitable. The scope, severity, and actions, or lack thereof, taken by the property owner come into play here. A roof leak caused by a recent rainstorm that your landlord resolves quickly with the help of a professional roofer is very different from a persistent leaking pipe that your landlord does nothing about, even after written notice.

Mold and mildew growth are the typical byproduct of unresolved water leaks or flooding in a property. This is more than just a nuisance: many forms of mold and mildew can be dangerous for humans and animals to be around. This falls into the category of environmental hazards, which can also include exposure to lead paint dust (common in older properties) or asbestos insulation. 

In most jurisdictions, landlords have an obligation to address such issues promptly and may be required by local or state codes to take other steps such as putting the tenant in alternative housing until the hazard is resolved. Lead and asbestos are also subject to U.S. federal law, which requires property owners to warn you about known lead or asbestos problems before signing the lease. Check your lease paperwork to see if there are any details about either.

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