Rental Ready Scorecard for Landlords - Samantha Burris

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How rental-ready is your property?

Answer ten practical questions to identify what is ready and what may need attention before your property is advertised.

10 practical questions
Instant personalized result
About 3 minutes

Property location Property type Availability

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How close is the property to being clean, repaired and move-in ready?

Significant work remainsSeveral repairs or cleaning tasks are outstanding. Mostly readyOnly minor repairs or finishing touches remain. Move-in readyThe property has been checked, repaired and cleaned.

Are essential services, access and security dependable?

Unresolved concernsImportant services or security items still need attention. Mostly dependableThe basics work, but one or two details need attention. Fully confirmedServices, access, locks and maintenance arrangements are ready.

How did you decide what monthly rent to charge?

Chosen informallyThe figure is based mainly on what I want to receive. Checked advertisementsI reviewed asking prices but not close comparisons. Used market evidenceI compared similar rentals and adjusted for differences.

How clearly have you defined the rental terms?

Still undecidedImportant terms will be decided after inquiries arrive. General directionMost terms are known, but some details remain. Clearly definedLease length, furnishings, inclusions and rules are clear.

How prepared is the property for photographs and viewings?

Preparation neededCleaning, clutter or repairs would weaken the first impression. Mostly presentableOnly a few visible details need improvement. Photo readyThe important spaces are clean, bright and orderly.

Could a renter understand the complete offer before requesting a viewing?

Details are missingRenters would need to contact me for most information. Basics are coveredSome common questions would still be unanswered. Complete and clearLocation, costs, amenities, rules and availability are explained.

Is the authority to rent the property documented?

Not confirmedOwnership, signatures or authority need clarification. Appears clearThe right person is involved, but records are not organized. ConfirmedThe required ownership or written authority is available.

How prepared are you for tenancy paperwork and record-keeping?

Not plannedI would arrange paperwork after choosing a tenant. Partly preparedSome documents exist but need review or completion. OrganizedThe agreement, condition records and relevant requirements are addressed.

Do you have a consistent process for handling rental inquiries?

No defined processI will decide what to ask as each person contacts me. Informal processI know the questions but have not organized the steps. Consistent processInquiry, viewing and application steps are clear.

How prepared are you to respond, arrange viewings and follow up?

Availability is uncertainResponses and viewings will be handled as time permits. Some structureI am available but need viewing windows and follow-up steps. Launch plan readyResponse times, viewing windows and records are organized.

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Samantha Burris | Real Estate Agent
Gourzong Realty Group Jamaica | LIC S-4995
WhatsApp: (876) 215-6348 | hello@samantha-burris.com

This educational scorecard is not a rental valuation, property inspection, legal opinion or guarantee that a property will rent.

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