Managing Difficult Tenants

Managing Difficult Tenants

Obnoxious tenants are a hassle. They ignore parking restrictions, play their music too loud, and hassle the neighbors. Those are minor compared to some other problems a bad tenant can create.

A bad tenant can make what they consider improvements to the property without asking for permission. It sounds crazy, but some people think that laws are made for somebody else and that they, the tenant, can consider statutes as suggestions on what to do.

It might sound easy to evict these troublemakers. However, the property owners must be careful. Evictions are not easy.

A Delicate Process

The eviction process in California is not simple. Inability to pay rent is a common reason but a three-day notice to pay or quit must be issued. 

A difficult tenant might violate the rental lease agreement, but this again requires a three-day notice to either fix the violations or move out. These violations can include property damage, when pets are not allowed, and exceeding the number of residents allowed.

All this is straightforward, but a landlord must remember that everything has to be filed correctly and on time. AB 1482, the Tenant Protection Act mandates that a tenant has the right to a hearing if they dispute the eviction. There is always the chance that an uncooperative tenant can claim discrimination. That opens a new can of worms.

Landlords in San Diego can protect themselves from such problems by ensuring they have written records of all activity. It also helps to explain the lease before tenants assumes occupancy fully.

Negotiating Turbulent Waters

There are ways to manage troublesome tenants in San Diego, but you must be careful. The situation requires good diplomatic skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of the lease and California eviction law is essential. Unfortunately, many landlords have trouble communicating which does not make things any easier. Staying calm and objective when someone is bellowing at you is never easy.

A property owner might try to solve a problem and pour gasoline on the fire. A third party can be helpful. They do not have any skin in the game and can be very objective in high-pressure situations. It is essential to have a third party that has experience with renters.

Property management companies in San Diego know how to handle troublesome tenants. These real estate professionals are routinely called upon to settle any disputes and calm down an emotional tenant. They can manage a rough situation. Alta Vista Properties is aware of the need to cultivate strong relationships that minimize ugly confrontations.

Experience Counts

We are a property management company in San Diego that has helped clients for years. Difficult tenants can be a chore, but we are up to the task.

We specialize in resolving problems before they become emergencies. Alta Vista Properties has a nondiscriminatory screening process to weed out potential trouble legally. We always go over the lease carefully and answer all their questions. We know well enough not to take anything a tenant says personally.

We keep open communications with all tenants and are transparent in our dealings. Problems are usually the result of poor communication. We have an open-door policy that will respond quickly to emergency repair calls and situations getting out of control. Alta Vista Properties has had few evictions, thanks to superior tenant relations.

We offer services to assure clients cash flow and good profit margins. Please do inquire at any time about our property management services. You can reach us at 858-274-3600 or by email at info@altavistaProperties.net. We look forward to hearing from you and answering your questions about what we do as a property management company in San Diego.