{"id":10634,"date":"2017-07-24T07:00:02","date_gmt":"2017-07-24T05:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/?p=10634"},"modified":"2018-05-03T15:21:50","modified_gmt":"2018-05-03T13:21:50","slug":"signs-bad-landlord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/signs-bad-landlord\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Not Rent This Apartment: Signs Of A Bad Landlord"},"content":{"rendered":"

Since landlords are responsible for almost everything in your rental from maintenance issues to assessing fees, a bad landlord can quickly turn your dream apartment into a nightmare.<\/p>\n

But how can you tell if the landlord showing you the apartment is a good or a bad landlord?<\/p>\n

There are certain signs that should tell you to either go for the apartment or run for the hills, because even if the place is nice, a bad landlord is just trouble waiting to happen.<\/p>\n

Here are some signs that may indicate that this is a bad landlord.<\/p>\n

Common areas are in a shabby condition<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Common<\/p>\n

Consider the condition of common areas to be an indication of the condition inside the apartment.<\/p>\n

What about the landscaping outside, the lounge or the elevators, how do they look to you?<\/p>\n

It is as simple as that, if the public areas of an apartment complex are not properly maintained, chances are high that individual units are not receiving any maintenance whatsoever.<\/p>\n

Even if the apartment is in a good condition but the rest is not up to par, do you really want to live in such a building?<\/p>\n

The apartments are not in a better condition<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

If you see a lot of minor damage in the apartment, then the landlord is not exerting enough effort in maintaining the units.<\/p>\n

Do not overlook even the little problems, as they could be an indication that the landlord is not invested in making this apartment the best it can be.<\/p>\n

The landlord is not easy to reach<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

If you find trouble contacting the landlord for an initial meeting or walk through, imagine how difficult it will be to contact him when you need something fixed in the apartment.<\/p>\n

Before you sign the lease, the landlord should be on his best behavior.<\/p>\n

if he cannot be bothered to be prompt now when he is still trying to earn you as a potential tenant, how is he going to react when you have a maintenance problem?<\/p>\n

The first appointment can be very telling, If a landlord shows up late without an apology, or if your initial interactions seem unprofessional consider him a bad landlord.<\/p>\n

The terms and conditions are not clear<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

In order to avoid unmet expectations and unexpected fees down the road, there are a few crucial things that should be laid out in the contract.<\/p>\n

In addition to the obvious rent total and preferred method of payment, the contract should also state things like terms of lease termination and pet policies.<\/p>\n

Plus, it is very important to document the rental condition upon move-in and who is responsible for maintenance and repairs down the line.<\/p>\n

Always check the contract carefully before you sign. You should check for any clauses that seem out of the ordinary or any unusual charges added to your rent.<\/p>\n

Ask a lot of questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Ask<\/p>\n

To avoid getting stuck in an apartment with a bad landlord, you should ask a lot of questions during the walk through.<\/p>\n

This will help you accomplish two goals. First, you learn more about the place you are considering. Second, you get to know the landlord and their management style.<\/p>\n

Questions should include things like: How long have you owned this property? How long have the last tenants lived here?<\/p>\n

Or, who does the maintenance around here?<\/p>\n

Whereas asking questions will not tell you everything, it will give you a pretty good idea about the apartment and the landlord.<\/p>\n

The landlord dodges legit questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Does the landlord avoid making specific statements when you ask questions?<\/p>\n

For instance, when you inquire about repairs that need to be made, does he answer with “Do not worry about this” or does he give you a specific answer?<\/p>\n

A good landlord should respond to problems with a plan and a timeline to get it resolved.<\/p>\n

If he will not give you a straight answer, that is a clear sign that he is a bad landlord.<\/p>\n

The security deposit is nonrefundable<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Security deposit should always be refundable, unless you do something to warrant him taking it.<\/p>\n

Something like damage in the unit or leaving without giving him a notice as stated per the contract.<\/p>\n

But if the landlord takes your security deposit for no good reason then he is a bad landlord.<\/p>\n

For more about renting an apartment see also:<\/h3>\n
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Should you rent or buy a home in the GCC<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Completely Transform Your Rental Without Actually Changing Anything!<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/header>\n<\/header>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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