Tenant Lost Their Keys: Who’s Responsible, Landlord or Tenant?
Tenant lost their keys? Here’s who’s legally responsible in Philadelphia, what your lease should say, and how to handle lockouts without losing your weekends.
Author: Joe White
Joe White is a Philadelphia Property Manager and Real Estate Broker. He is the owner of Grow Property Management and has been involved in the management, sales and purchases of Philadelphia area rental investment properties since 2008. He is an author and works as a real estate investment consultant and construction manager.
Can a Philadelphia Landlord Shut Off Utilities If the Tenant Won’t Pay?
A Philly landlord asked if he could shut off utilities on a non-paying tenant. Here’s why the answer is a hard no — and what to do instead.
The Hidden Risk of Hiring an Unlicensed Philly Property Manager
A Facebook post got me thinking — a lot of people offering property management in Philadelphia have no idea it’s a licensed activity. Here’s why that matters to you as the owner.
The Hidden Risk of Unlicensed Property Managers in Philly
Philadelphia is full of unlicensed people offering to manage rental properties on Facebook. Here’s why hiring one is a serious risk for property owners.
Can a Landlord Refuse to Renew Your Lease Over a Bad Review?
A tenant asked if her property management company can refuse to renew her lease because she left a bad online review. Here’s why that’s likely retaliation in Philadelphia.
Should You Accept a Low Credit Score Rental Applicant? Here’s How I Handle It
A low credit score doesn’t have to mean an automatic no. Here’s how I use a risk mitigation fee to safely approve borderline rental applicants in Philadelphia.
Can a Philadelphia Landlord Shut Off Utilities If the Tenant Won’t Pay? (Short Answer: No)
A Philadelphia landlord asked if he could shut off utilities to force out a non-paying tenant. Here’s why the answer is a hard no — and what to do instead.
How Hard Is It to Switch Property Management Companies?
Thinking about switching property managers? Here’s what actually happens behind the scenes — and why it’s almost never the owner’s problem to solve.
What Is a Philadelphia Rent Suitability Certificate?
Marsha asked what a Philadelphia rent suitability certificate actually is. Here’s what it covers, the 30-day rule, and how to get one fast.
What’s in Our Philadelphia Property Management Agreement
Joe walks through the Grow Property Management agreement — pricing, fees, why it’s non-negotiable, and why the top-reviewed Philly company is often the cheapest.
