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27
Is it a good idea to lease the house to a real estate agent?
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One of the potential applicant for leasing my house in Houston is a real estate agent.
Is it a good idea to lease it to a real estate agent? He will be more picky about the property and will complain more because he knows the system and will try to exploit it.
What is your opinion?
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3 Comments
June 28th, 2010 at 10:35 am
um, you cant discriminate against someone because of their profession. as longs they have good credit and make the income you should give them a chance. I dont know if you use a property management company or not but it might be a good idea to check those two things thorougly (income & credit) maybe even verify employment. The market is tough right now, I know a lot of agents that are losing their homes. You dont wanna get stuck with someone that is going to miss their payments because their escrow hasnt closed.
Just my thoughts.
June 30th, 2010 at 7:13 pm
Its all about their credit…….I would choose the candidate with the best credit…….and steady work environment….no pets etc. Yes they will know the system and will put pressure on you for basic items that may need fixing…when a simple tool will do the trick. I have heard many realtors are giving up this professional because of the market slowing down. I would probably say go with someone else. Im sure there are plenty of excellent folks out there, that are more steady. I am not discriminating but it can be very hard to get a renter out. And costly at that. Especiallly when they are fighting against you in court. Good luck :]
July 4th, 2010 at 4:31 am
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Its all about their credit…….I would choose the candidate with the best credit…….and steady work environment….no pets etc. Yes they will know the system and will put pressure on you for basic items that may need fixing…when a simple tool will do the trick. I have heard many realtors are giving up this professional because of the market slowing down. I would probably say go with someone else. Im sure there are plenty of excellent folks out there, that are more steady. I am not discriminating but it can be very hard to get a renter out. And costly at that. Especiallly when they are fighting against you in court. Good luck :]