Appreciating Your Tenants: Simple Steps

Being a property manager or a landlord is like being a parent, you hold a lot of responsibility. Sometimes, when tenants are complaining because something is going wrong, you can find yourself a little drug down. But there are ways to show appreciation to your tenants, always.

There are a few ways that you can keep renters happy and maintain your relationships. But how?

Learn the names of your tenants. It’s as simple as that. Being able to build solid relationships with your tenants encourages them to be more honest and open with you. To respect you and your property.

Some people may appreciate the privacy, but nobody wants to be just another tenant in apartment 25. Keeping things personal can set you apart.

Give a little extra appreciation to your loyal tenants. There are always tenants who will take into consideration your great management skills and will stay with you long term. These tenants deserve your attention.

Or perhaps you have a tenant that pays rent every month on time. Show them gratitude with a gift card to say thank you. The list doesn’t end here, though.

Sometimes an unexpected upgrade will really go the extra mile. After owning a rental property for a long time, paint can get old, appliances, and other things will need some changes. Here’s your opportunity.

It can be really great for a tenant to see a landlord who cares about the quality of their home. Upgrading things is a good place to start. Your appreciation will be noticed.

Another good idea is to keep track of tenants birthdays. This way you can send them birthday cards. It reminds them that they’re important and their tenancy is valuable to you. It’s a very small touch that can also set you apart from other landlords. Landlords have goals, but how do we avoid those goals getting in the way of our communication?

There are all sorts of ideas and simple touches a landlord can do to set themselves apart. Growth does not mean depersonalization. Growth is an indication of a job well-done. And those small touches and simple things are what keep good landlords separate from bad ones. Do not forget the people who helped you grow.