Property Management in Phoenix is going to the dogs (and cats)!

Property Management in Phoenix AZ

The Phoenix area rental market is heating up once again and it is showing no signs of slowing down. More and more people are choosing to make Phoenix their home due to the increase in jobs and an overwhelming desire to live in this beautiful climate. Phoenix real estate is at a historic affordability point and Investors are starting to realize the benefits of the single-family home rental market. Many families were hit the hardest in the housing crisis and these former homeowners with children and pets are finding it almost impossible to find a rental home that is pet-friendly. Because of this,  Property Management in Phoenix is starting to realize there is a benefit to leasing to families with pets – they are more stable and likely to remain in the home for an extended amount of time.
It used to be the kiss of death for property managers in Phoenix to see on a rental application that the prospective tenant had pets. Owners of homes were terrified of pets in their rental properties for fear of damage, nuisance, or worse, liability if the pet harmed a neighbor. These concerns are still valid, but Property managers are finding ways to relieve the anxiety and fear of renting to pet owners by helping the prospective tenant show they are respectful and responsible pet owners, as well as a good, long-term tenant.
Here are some ways to facilitate a good relationship between the potential pet – the Tenant and the Landlord or House owner:

• Request a letter from the previous Landlord, asking if the dog or cat was well-mannered and nice. Ask if there were any problems with cleanliness when they vacated the property. If these tenants are new to the rental market, and a lot of them are, get references from previous neighbors.
• If it is a dog, request any certificates from an obedience school or even a reference from the veterinarian showing the dog has an amenable personality and can obey its owner.
•  Get vaccination records and you might even request the animal be spayed or neutered. This can alleviate the possibility of disturbing any neighbors because an animal in heat can be awfully noisy! It also shows the tenant is a responsible pet owner.
• Ask them to bring the animal on a visit to the property before the lease is signed. As a property manager, it can help to show the client you have met the animal and can see for yourself if the animal is well behaved.
• Always require a pet damage deposit on the lease. These deposits are usually non- refundable and it the best protection the owner of the home has in case there was any damage caused by the pet.

Most people regard their pets as members of their families. It is hard to imagine having to leave your furry friend behind, or relinquish him to a shelter, simply because the landlord didn’t like pets. This is becoming a huge, untapped market for rental properties. If you take some simple steps to not only protect the homeowner and his investment, but the prospective tenant as well, the long-term benefits can be rewarding, and profitable!  Contact one of our property managers at KRK Realty to inquire about pet-friendly rental properties. KRK Realty offers the best in Property Management in Phoenix.