As more and more people look to renting and leasing homes instead of owning, the need to develop strong professional working relationships between tenants and landlords becomes all the more important. A clearly defined, respectful rental relationship is mutually beneficial. Landlords gain from having tenants treat property with the care and respect it deserves, and tenants benefit by cultivating a clear channel of communication for any concerns they may be having with the property. By following these guidelines, you can ensure that you are doing your utmost to be the best possible tenant you can be.
Know Your Lease
By signing your lease you are committing to conduct yourself in the manner specified, so be sure to read your lease in detail. Make sure you understand what it is that is expected of you as a tenant, and be sure you can live up to your end of the arrangement. Also, double check that the lease outlines anything you might expect from the landlord in the rental agreement. If you have any questions or concerns about maintenance, parking or pets, houseguests or gardens, raise them with your landlord as you negotiate and sign the lease. Establishing a clear and open channel of communication in the signing of your lease is a great way to commence your rental agreement.
Pay Your Rent On Time
Paying your rent on the agreed upon date is crucial to being a good tenant. With property taxes, utilities, and mortgage payments, property owners need to be sure that they can make their payments on time. Pre-written cheques given to your landlord in advance are a great, and hassle-free way to ensure your rent always goes through on the agreed upon date.
Treat Your Rental like a Home
Your apartment is your home, and treating it as such pays dividends. Maintaining your property, ensuring your garbage and recycling are deposited properly and on time, and keeping your apartment clean and in order are great ways to let your landlord know that you care about where you live. Treating your rental like a home also means being a good neighbor. When you rent you become the face of the property, and by being cordial, friendly, and respectful you keep your landlord free from having to dissolve any squabbles, and you keep the property owner’s relationship with the community in good standing.
Ultimately both landlords and tenants want the same thing: a mutually respectful, professional relationship. By being the best tenant possible, you do your part to make this happen, and you reap the benefits as well.
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