Rentals
Practical guidance for maintenance, communication, documentation, leasing and healthy rental relationships.
Owners, tenants and leasesStart with a clear explanation.
A practical explanation of what should a move-in condition report include, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
6 min · Reviewed September 2026Who is responsible for routine rental maintenance?A practical explanation of who is responsible for routine rental maintenance, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
7 min · Reviewed September 2026How should a tenant report an urgent repair?A practical explanation of how should a tenant report an urgent repair, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
8 min · Reviewed September 2026What records should a landlord keep?A practical explanation of what records should a landlord keep, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
5 min · Reviewed September 2026How can owners and tenants communicate more clearly?A practical explanation of how can owners and tenants communicate more clearly, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
6 min · Reviewed September 2026What should renters inspect before signing a lease?A practical explanation of what should renters inspect before signing a lease, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
7 min · Reviewed September 2026How should a security deposit be documented?A practical explanation of how should a security deposit be documented, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
8 min · Reviewed September 2026When should rental smoke alarms be tested?A practical explanation of when should rental smoke alarms be tested, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
5 min · Reviewed September 2026How should normal wear be distinguished from damage?A practical explanation of how should normal wear be distinguished from damage, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.
6 min · Reviewed September 2026What belongs in a rental maintenance plan?A practical explanation of what belongs in a rental maintenance plan, including the factors that change the answer, questions to ask and the next sensible step.