Normal wear and tear vs. property damage: A landlord’s guide

While it’s unreasonable to ask tenants to keep your rental property as pristine as it was when they first moved in, there is an expectation that they treat it with a certain level of respect and care. But what constitutes normal wear and tear and what can be classified as excessive wear or property damage? In this guide, we’ll walk you through the difference between the two, the importance of security deposits, and how tenant screening can help minimize any wear and tear you may incur.