FlyinNover 0 #1 February 12, 2009 . . .what things would you want to know about the neighborhood and what business are close-by? I own a rental and plan to buy many more, and I'd like to provide any new tenants with important phone numbers and locations. Hospital, Fire Dept., Post Office, supermarkets, things like that. I also am including a map with local banks, ATMs, laundromats, gas stations......all these things can be found out pretty easily by a tenant, but I'm in the business of KEEPING tenants, not turnover, so I try to do everything I can to make the transition easier for them. (For instance, I helped my current tenants move in. When their lease was up and they went to month-to-month, they said that help was a big factor in them staying in my place.) So what would you want to know? "Hey landlord, where's the closest ________?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,122 #2 February 12, 2009 If you live in one of the suburbs with a local phone book, make sure they have one of those ASAP. Particularly if there is more than one, but one is better -- that's the one that you want to make sure they have. Also the best local pizza -- they have to know how to pay all the folks who helped them move Wendy W. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #3 February 12, 2009 If it is a rental in florida dont forget the local bug company.A list of the local utility companies, schools in the area, dmv locations, and cool hot spots. TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #4 February 12, 2009 Nowt - I trust my tenants to be clever enough to use a telephone directory or the internet. (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdfreefly 1 #5 February 12, 2009 How does it score on this: http://www.walkscore.com/ Methane Freefly - got stink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #6 February 12, 2009 QuoteHow does it score on this: http://www.walkscore.com/TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #7 February 12, 2009 Most common questions I got asked as a leasing agent (in order): Schools/districts/rankings Grocery store Laundromat Fancy restaurant Computer/electronics store Family restaurant Mall Adult store Church Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #8 February 12, 2009 Oil change businesses 24hr restaurants gym ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caress 0 #9 February 12, 2009 IMHO, if there is grass to mow, make sure that there is a mower and weed whacker waiting in the garage if you want them to keep up the place, make sure they know that and ask periodically how the stuff is running-my landlord made sure I had the mower, so I can keep the place looking good. Give good gifts like plantable flowers as an incentive to get out in the yard. Just thought if you were really looking to be encouraging!-Caress I've learned.... That being kind is more important than being right. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewels 0 #10 February 12, 2009 I realize that many people are much more high tech than I am and that they are all intimately acquainted with their GPS systems. Still, when I moved to Georgia a few years ago, I made up a set of 3 x 5 cards with directions to some of my most frequently visited places, so that I could just keep the cards in the car and pull out the appropriate one whenever I wanted to go somewhere. I know you said you're providing a map, but the 3 x 5 card method worked well for me because I'm terrible at reading maps.TPM Sister #102 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,340 #11 February 12, 2009 Grocery Stores Post Office Banks/ATM Dept of Motor Vehicles (new to state needs to change plates and license) Most cities Chamber of Commerce publish a guide that would cover these things. Also- Garbage pickup day (and can requirements/prohibitions-don't laugh, I've had neighbors who didn't get their garbage picked up the first time) Recycle pickup (same thing) Emergency repair contacts- who do they call if a pipe breaks and they can't reach you? Plumber, furnace repair, window repair, electrician."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC07 0 #12 February 13, 2009 Hey landlord, where's the closest... ... subway ... gym (24 hour) ... grocery store ... bank ... starbucks from a 23 yr old working woman... that covers most of my stops. ever. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #13 February 13, 2009 QuoteSo what would you want to know? "Hey landlord, where's the closest ________?" Drope zone Wind tunnel Grocery sushi place dog park dog friendly park place to hike, jog movie theatre school police.fire town hall community center Are the neighbors assholes? How is the crime in the area. I normally call the local police dept and ask them about crime but then I can ask the renter and see if they are bullshiting me, if they dont know, or if they are honestMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #14 February 13, 2009 Will my landlord do capitol improvements and fix the damn holes in the houseDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
