Have you ever had an experience renting to a physically challenged persons?

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Situation: I've found a tenant on the net. He's maybe one of the nicest persons I've ever met. Because of a car accident, he can't walk. His credit score - perfect, huge incomes for a month, but property as well 3k$/month as well. I had never had such experience, so I've decided to rush over different forums in order to understand how the house can be modernized. Ramps is a matter of course. I'm ready to invest in my property, but with such tenants, I need to do my best. Please help.

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About 6 years ago
It's a blessing that you desire to help and have had compassion on his situation. Communication is the key. As a landlord as long as you allow him to make the changes he needs. And restore the building back to his current standard prior to him moving in. But on my properties I covered the bill. And just left it so I could be ready if i was sent another client in the future. Be blessed
About 6 years ago
Well, you already informed many people when posting your question of this prospect....beware that as the Landlord, you accept this Tenant, YOU CAN'T DENY THEM TENANCY BECAUSE OF THIER DISABILITIES; but what you do is allow the Tenant to hire their own contractor, you are not a contractor, and know that every modification MUST go through you-its your property! Once you accepted the person as your Tenant, you can't deny them modifications to the house that will enable he/her to be in a safe or healthy home.

These expenses are not the Landlords, they are the Tenant's responsibilities. Unless, you are violating other Acts; Landlords & Tenant's Safety & Health Violations....you must allow them to do what they must to live as normal as possible with these modifications.

But once the Tenant moves out, the Tenant is responsible to bring back the condition as it was prior to moving in at Tenant's Expense. That's why its so, so important that you collect the appropriate monies for Security Deposits &/or Additional Security Deposits for any up coming structure modifications to the property that would not work for a non-disable tenant. Example; Tub/Shower Handle or Seat in the shower...is not usually an inconvenience to the non-disable. However, a Siren going off for the blind, may be irritating to the non-disable, etc., etc.

Remember, this is why Landlords hires Property Management Companies, because at the end of the day...it's business. This is an investment property....think like an Investor, not like the person's parent. Be friendly, but keep it business.

Tisha
Broker-Owner-Landlord-TREC Instructor & Course Author
Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.
Real Estate & Property Management Company

TishaM@MRE, Inc.
Ph: 281-578-8881
About 6 years ago
Hello Mr. Johnson!
There are standard items that need to be addressed. I would suggest finding a contractor that has knowledge of the requirements for accessibility. I would also suggest you take a look at the ADA website to be sure your property is compliant with those standards.
Hope this helps!

About 6 years ago
Dear Solomon,
Definitely speak to your tenant and understand what kind of needs they have. Let them define what changes they would like to make to the home.

Dominik Szabo
UTR - TEXAS REALTORS
(832) 844 1724
DominikRealtor.com
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