Property rights

WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS AS A PROPERTY OWNER?

You have the right to ask the renter for references and do a credit check. You also can do anything to the apt or house as the landlord of the property. The landlord has the right to collect the rent of the tenant which is agreed with the tenant and the landlord. The landlord also has the right to have collection of the possession of the property at the end of the lease. The tenant is responsible for any damages on the property. The property owner is in charge of all documents that should be in writing for the lease. The landlord must make sure that all things are fixed and paid for before the tenant moves in. If the tenant does something unlawful to the apt or house the landlord has the right to take action. The landlord also has the right to make changes to lease as long as they notify the tenant beforehand. It must be in writing though that would be breaking the law depending what state you’re in. The landlord also may chose who they rent to. The landlord must take full responsibility when it comes to the lease not in writing and it’s verbal. If you have a verbal lease and you don’t have it in writing then nothing is set in stone. The landlord can’t change locks of tenants place unless a written letter is dropped on their door. The letter must be I writing and signed by the landlord. The owner has the right to call any references that were given on the application. Then owner can enter the appt or house as long as the tenant is informed by mail. The landlord also can raise the rent of the lease when it’s up. It’s their decision as a property owner.