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Michael Monteiro

Property Safety

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Not only do we all want our tenants to FEEL safe, but we want them to REALLY BE safe in our properties. The last thing we want is a tenant victim of an injury, theft or personal property damage. And, while we know some lawyer jokes, we do respect their use in society. We just don’t want to be looking at one across the courtroom.

We certainly want to follow some basic safety tips and procedures to make our tenants more safe and avoid that lawyer thing. Frequently Asked Questions at Nolo.com clearly identifies the liability of landlords and owners for tenant safety. Whether it’s physical property modifications, rules for behavior, or selection of services and vendors, we can do “a-lot-with-a-little” to enhance property safety.

1. If it’s a safety feature, make it work – How are your gated entries functioning? Are some of them blocked due to mechanical failure? Tenants rented with an expectation of property security with these gates, so keep them operational. Are your security systems functioning properly? If a tenant calls in a problem with a security item, how long does it take to have it corrected? Make sure ALL safety features are functioning at ALL times.

2. Whether it’s the trash hauler, heating repair company or cable installers...

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