When it comes to your responsibilities as a renter when using a property management company, they are going to vary as much as the lease does. There are some basic ground rules that property management companies always set, but there may be additional tenant responsibilities according to your lease. Be sure to carefully review your lease before you sign it so you know exactly what is expected of you.
Provide Legitimate Paperwork
Did you know that falsifying financial information is considered fraud and can be tried as a Federal offense? Make sure that the paperwork you bring in is legitimate and up to date. You aren’t doing this just because it’s the law, but because the property management company needs to have accurate information in order to get you into the right home with no problems.
Ask Before Subletting
Most property management companies don’t want you to outright sublet the property. If you do, understand that it’s still your name on the lease and your responsibility to take care of the rent and any damages or violations of the lease.
If you plan to sublet a room, you need to let the company know. The person you sublet the room to is considered a ‘boarder’ and not a tenant, which means they fall under different guidelines than you do. You simply call them a roommate, but there are certain legalities involved, so it’s best just to let the property management company know exactly who is living in your home at all times.
Maintain the Property
You aren’t responsible for major repairs and you may even violate your lease if you make major repairs or modifications without consent. However, you are responsible for not only keeping the property clean and well taken care of, but for allowing the property manager or staff from the property management company inside the home for periodic inspections to make sure you are taking care of it properly.
If you want to know more about responsibilities that come with renting from a property management company, call 1-866-331-6626 or visit Your Atlanta Rentals today.
