Property Managers

A Scottsdale, Arizona man made news last week after his wife died in her apartment and her landlord then refused to refund her security deposit. Many people were surprised to learn that according to most state’s landlord and tenant laws, landlords are legally allowed to retain a security deposit if a tenant passes away and essentially “breaks” their lease agreement....

Evicting a tenant is the last thing any landlord wants to think about. Running resident checks, criminal background checks, employment histories, and landlord references can help you find the right people for your rental property. The comprehensive tenant screening offered by ATS can help ensure a long and peaceful landlord-tenant arrangement....

This is as much for your tenants’ protection as it is for yours, of course. Love is blind, friends are forgiving, and the chance to share bills is often all a tenant considers when choosing a roommate. But your financial and property concerns are paramount, and your tenants should never take on a roommate lightly....