More by Sarah Stinson
Sarah is the Director of Content and SEO at TurboTenant where she leads a team of experts to provide valuable resources to help landlords and renters. With over 10 years of experience writing in various industries, she has been featured in many top tier publications and is an expert in the real estate tech space as well as the property management industry.
Natural Disasters: How To Keep Your Tenants and Rental Safe
Natural disasters are a reality landlords and renters alike must face. It’s important to not only protect your property, but to also ensure that tenants
The State of the Rental Industry – Rent Payment, Rent Pricing, and Communication Trends From 2020
Executive Summary In early March, we began surveying our landlords and renters to get a better understanding of their changing needs as COVID-19 began to
Renovating a Rental Property: 16 Upgrades That Won’t Break the Bank
As a landlord, maintaining and keeping your property updated is important to ensure you stay competitive and attract potential renters. Plus, renovating a rental property
7 Ways to Encourage Tenants to Be Sustainable for the Holidays
The holidays are just around the corner! This season is all about food, presents, decorations, and more — but everything that goes into these cheery
[Survey] Rent Payment and Eviction Trends – November 2020
In mid-November, we sent a survey to over 70,000 active TurboTenant landlords and renters to gain insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their
U.S. Metro Areas With the Worst Theft Rates
You refurbished a perfectly walkable unit in a bustling metropolitan area with upgraded shaker black cabinets and quartz countertops. Inside, it’s a renter’s dream. But
[Survey] Rent Payment and Eviction Trends – October 2020
In mid-October, we sent a survey to over 22,000 active TurboTenant landlords and renters to gain insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their
How to Deodorize a Room: 11 Natural Remedies to Beat Funky Smells
Is there a funky smell in your home that you can’t seem to get rid of? Learn how to deodorize a room with these natural remedies and tips.
[Survey] Would Americans Tell Their Landlord & Neighbors If They Contracted COVID-19?
As a landlord in today’s environment, renting out to tenants may present some questions such as what to do if someone in your complex were
[Survey] Rent Payment and Eviction Trends
In mid-September, we sent a survey to over 22,000 active TurboTenant landlords to gain insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their rental process,
A Landlord & Tenant’s Guide to Renting With a Disability
As a landlord, it’s important to know how to provide accessible housing and meet the needs of renters with disabilities. If you’re a tenant, finding
Common Lease Terms Q & A: Clauses, Provisions, Addendums, and Rules
A lease agreement is the most important document between a landlord and a tenant. We’ve discussed What is on a Standard Lease Agreement and want