Tenants destroy rental property

Tenants destroy rental property

My solution was to contact a cash home buyer.

A few years ago, I purchased a rental property in Jacksonville, Florida. I thought it would be an easy way to ensure a steady and extra income. In order to ask for a higher rent than the previous owner had received, I invested into some improvements. I updated the appliances, installed new kitchen countertops and replaced the HVAC system. I painted the interior and exterior of the home. Everything was clean and tidy. I was diligent in finding renters that seemed respectable and reliable. They paid me a security deposit upfront. Initially, the rent was handled right on time and without difficulty. However, the tenants gradually began calling more often with complaints and demands. They wanted new light fixtures, a security system, better locks on the doors, new windows and new flooring. They complained about water pressure, the number of power outlets and the condition of the driveway. The rent was consistently late. When I started the eviction process, the renters got very angry and vindictive. They also moved out in the middle of the night and left behind damage and garbage. There were garbage bags, take-out containers, empty dog food cans and old clothing piled on the porch, left in the yard and littering the interior of the house. They had broken windows, dented the refrigerator and left spilled food burned onto the oven. The house was an absolute mess. I eventually realized that they poured cement down the drains. The cost of repairs to make the property livable again seemed astronomical. I couldn’t face it. My solution was to contact a cash home buyer. I chose a local company. They are family-owned and operated and bring nearly two decades of experience to the process. The closing was simple and quick.

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