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Whether you're relocating for work, upgrading to a larger home, or downsizing to simplify life, there are plenty of reasons to rent out your house for the first time. Maybe you're holding on to your Nashville property with hopes of rising market values or you have an emotional attachment to a family property. Whatever your motivation for renting out your house, becoming a landlord can offer real advantages, generate extra income, and help you reach your financial goals—if you approach it the right way. Renting out your home and creating a rent…

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this blog is intended for general guidance and should not be considered as a replacement for professional legal advice. It is important to be aware that laws pertaining to property management may change, rendering this information outdated by the time you read it. Tennessee landlords have a responsibility to abide by the Fair Housing Act (FHA). The act requires that landlords and other housing providers like home sellers and mortgage lenders treat their clients fairly and correctly. This …

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this blog is intended for general guidance and should not be considered as a replacement for professional legal services. It is important to be aware that laws pertaining to property management may change, rendering this information outdated by the time you read it. When a landlord rents out their property to tenants in Tennessee, there is always the possibility that they may need to legally remove a tenant. Landlords can expect the Tennessee eviction process to take anywhere between four…

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this blog is intended for general guidance and should not be considered as a replacement for professional legal advice. It is important to be aware that laws pertaining to property management may change, rendering this information outdated by the time you read it. What is a lease? A lease is a legally binding contractual agreement that outlines the terms and conditions a landlord and a tenant must abide by. Such as, paying rent for the entire time the lease will be active. While breakin…

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this blog is intended for general guidance and should not be considered as a replacement for professional legal advice. It is important to be aware that laws pertaining to property management may change, rendering this information outdated by the time you read it. In Tennessee, a fairly uniform residential landlord friendly state, a tenancy is established after a tenant pays their rent in exchange for inhabiting a rental. Once that is done, both Tennessee landlords and tenants obtain cert…