Landlords Beware: Common Tenant Scams

Are you a landlord or property manager? Protect yourself from common tenant scams that can cost you time, money, and peace of mind. In this seminar, we'll uncover the most frequent scams during the application process and tenancy period, and provide actionable tips to safeguard your rental property.

What You'll Learn:

📌 Application Process Scams: New laws requiring screening criteria. How to spot false identities with driver's licenses, utility bills, and banking statements. Misrepresentation on applications: verifying employment, rental history gaps, and credit reports. Why you should run your own credit and eviction reports (minimum score: 700). How to check civil lawsuits and verify tenant payment history.

📌 Red Flags to Watch For: Tenants wanting quick access with cash in hand. Is your unit professionally managed?

📌 Tenant in Possession Scams: Stories of hardship (lost jobs, divorce, sickness) and how to handle them. Why you should never accept late payments without enforcing late charges. How tenants use habitability claims to avoid paying rent or file lawsuits. The importance of documenting repair requests and keeping detailed records. Risks of accepting rent from strangers or allowing unauthorized occupants.

📌 ESA (Emotional Support Animals): How to handle ESA claims and protect your property. Key Takeaways: Learn how to identify and avoid tenant scams during the application process. Understand how to protect yourself from scams during the tenancy period. Get practical tips to enforce your lease terms and safeguard your rental property.

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