Renting out a home can be a great way to make some cash, especially if it is done by My Logan Realty. Here’s how to get your house ready to rent.
Cleaning up your house
Cleaning is the first thing that you need to do. Have you ever heard of the saying, “You only have one chance in making a first impression”? Well, this is true for landlords as well. If you want them to love your house, then keep it clean and tidy. Step 2: Fix the things that are broken
Landlords don’t like it when there are things broken in the house. You might think that it’s okay because they will fix it anyway if needed, but this is actually not true most of the time. They’ll just deduct the cost of repairing things from your security deposit. And they can legally do so up to a certain amount. That’s why it’s important to fix things on your own before they come over and check out the place.
Declutter
The last thing that you need to do is declutter your home. This means getting rid of your unnecessary stuff such as old clothes, toys, and even furniture if you have too many of these lying around.
Checking for damage
Before you start advertising your property as available for rent, it’s important that you check for any potential damage or repairs needed. This will save time during the tenancy as you won’t need to spend hours negotiating with tenants about any issues. By checking for damage or defects before anyone moves in, you’ll also have time to fix any problems before.
Start with an inspection
Inspect every room and make repairs as needed before showing it to prospective tenants. Fix any squeaky floors, broken windows, or holes in the walls, and take care of any other existing problems that could otherwise waste the tenant’s time or money (like bad plumbing, major stains, or a broken heater).
Declutter
Remove everything from closets and drawers, and get rid of anything you don’t want in the house anymore — including furniture if necessary (but only after checking with your landlord). You’ll want to give your tenant as much storage space as possible, so they aren’t constantly tripping over your stuff.
Fix everything
The first thing you need to do is make a list of things that need to be fixed, painted, or replaced. The more realistic you are about the condition of your home, the more likely you are to find a suitable tenant who is willing to sign a lease.
If you’re planning on doing the work yourself, write down everything you’ll have to do in order to get it done. If you’re planning on hiring a contractor to do the work, write down how much each item will cost and when you can afford to do it. You’ll want to stay within your budget so that you don’t end up losing money on the deal.
Durability is also an important consideration when preparing your house for rent. For example, if your cabinets are old and wobbly, they could leave undesirable marks on the walls if they ever come loose. If your cabinets are falling apart or old and ugly, it might be time for an upgrade anyway!