Landlords should consider allowing renters to keep pets in their rental properties for several reasons. Beyond the obvious financial gains from pet deposits and premium rent, landlords should acknowledge the many other positive impacts of allowing pets. Below are five compelling reasons to permit your tenants to keep pets on your property.
Increased Property Values
Pet-friendly rental properties have the potential to grow in value over time. Findings point to pet-friendly properties appreciating more quickly than similar non-pet-friendly properties. Many potential renters and buyers prefer homes with pet-focused features—think pet entryways and secure outdoor spaces. Pet-friendly policies enhance your property’s competitive position and increase its overall worth.
Shorter Vacancies
Allowing pets can make a rental property more desirable to a wider pool of potential tenants. Evidence demonstrates that numerous renters desire pet-friendly units, which shortens the time properties sit vacant.
Fewer Repair and Maintenance Issues
Many landlords note that accountable tenants with pets often upkeep their rental units with surprising conscientiousness. Tenants with pets typically extend their residency and demonstrate heightened responsibility in caring for the property.
Increased Security
Pets enhance the security profile of your rental property. Findings reveal homes with pets have fewer security incidents because animals act as natural protective barriers against crime.
Improved Tenant Health
In essence, allowing pets enhances tenant well-being and life satisfaction. Research confirms pets decrease stress while boosting physical activity and interpersonal relationships. Renters allowed to have pets demonstrate improved quality of life and greater happiness.
Multiple strong arguments support adopting a pet-friendly rental policy. Pet-friendly policies create mutual advantages for landlords and renters.
For more information on creating pet-friendly rental properties, contact a local property management professional on our team at Real Property Management Excellence.
Originally Published on May 12, 2023
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