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Hey guys,
So this will be the first time I have a tenant moving out of one of my units so I just wanted to see what some other people are doing with their tenants.
So my tenant has given me 2 months notice to move out, even though his lease is only half way through, I figure its better to keep the tenant happy so he keeps the place clean and in order for new viewings.
Now the question I am wondering is on my last inspection I noticed a few small holes in the wall on 2 seperate areas. Also they had a cat that stayed in the unit that they kept hidden from me until last month, so there are also quite alot of cat scratchs on most of the walls and window sills and a stain on the carpet in bedroom.
So since I have 2 months before the tenant moves out, and I am not sure if the $1200 will cover all the patching of drywall and fresh paint and carpet, should I try to get some of that work completed before move out so I can bill the customer right on the spot?
I have heard that normally people wait till the tenant moves out to do repairs since they may cause more damage while moving or prior to moving out. However, I thought it would be easier to get some of the work done before hand and bill him so its paid prior to move out, and then anything extra I can take out of the security deposit after he moves out?
Not sure if anyone uses this method or what is the best way to tackle this challenge. Would love to hear from all you experienced investors on what the best approach would be.
Thanks again in advance,
Matthew
So this will be the first time I have a tenant moving out of one of my units so I just wanted to see what some other people are doing with their tenants.
So my tenant has given me 2 months notice to move out, even though his lease is only half way through, I figure its better to keep the tenant happy so he keeps the place clean and in order for new viewings.
Now the question I am wondering is on my last inspection I noticed a few small holes in the wall on 2 seperate areas. Also they had a cat that stayed in the unit that they kept hidden from me until last month, so there are also quite alot of cat scratchs on most of the walls and window sills and a stain on the carpet in bedroom.
So since I have 2 months before the tenant moves out, and I am not sure if the $1200 will cover all the patching of drywall and fresh paint and carpet, should I try to get some of that work completed before move out so I can bill the customer right on the spot?
I have heard that normally people wait till the tenant moves out to do repairs since they may cause more damage while moving or prior to moving out. However, I thought it would be easier to get some of the work done before hand and bill him so its paid prior to move out, and then anything extra I can take out of the security deposit after he moves out?
Not sure if anyone uses this method or what is the best way to tackle this challenge. Would love to hear from all you experienced investors on what the best approach would be.
Thanks again in advance,
Matthew