Mold and Your Rental Property

A Landlord's Prevention and Liability Guide

Business & Finance, Finance & Investing, Real Estate

• Author: Ron Leshnower, Attorney
• ISBN: 9781413322910
• Publisher: NOLO
• Publication: October 20, 2015
• Imprint: NOLO
• Language: English

Learn how to get a handle on mold problems and limit costly repairs and tenant lawsuits. From identifying mold to cleaning it up, this ebook provides essential information landlords and managers need to know about managing mold in residential rental properties.

The ebook explains:

• where you're likely to find mold and how it may spread from a small problem to a major issue

• why and how rental property owners may be liable for mold damage to tenant belongings and health

• actions that you and your staff (and even your tenants) can take when it comes to mold prevention, such as regular inspections for leaky pipes and weatherstripping

• how to avoid tenant rent withholding and lawsuits

• do-it-yourself options for responding to a mold problem, as well as advice on hiring a professional mold remediation company

• what to do when the previous property owner or someone else (such as a tenant) is responsible for a mold problem

This ebook includes sample forms, including a mold inspection checklist and model lease clauses, in the Appendix.
Included Forms

• Mold Inspection Checklist

• Model Lease Clause Regarding Mold

• Tenant Maintenance/Repair Request Form

• Model Lease Clause on Landlord's Right to Access

• Sample Informal Letter Requesting Entry

• Model Lease Clause Limiting Landlord Liability for Tenant-Caused Mold Damage

• Repair Request and Service Log

• Security Deposit Itemization