On 4/29/12 5:49 AM, dadiOH wrote:
The log house which my wife wound up with after her mother died - and into
which we have been pouring money, lo, these many months - is now ready to
sell or rent. Given the market, it is most likely to be rented. I have
only rented two unfurnished apartments in my life and that was years ago.

The first was totally bare...no stove, no fridge, no drapes, no nothing.

The second had drapes - rather nice ones - and a stove but no fridge.

Having no experience as either a renter or landlord, I would appreciate
knowing what you would expect if you were looking to rent an unfurnished
house.

Drapes?
Don't know
Stove?
Yes
Microwave?
No
Dishwasher?
Built in, maybe
Fridge?
Yes
Washer& dryer?
No
Washer and dryer hookups only?
Maybe
Anything else?

I'd also appreciate knowing if you would expect to do any of these yourself.
Change air filters? Buy them?
No
Maintain salt level in water softener? Buy the salt?
No
Cut the grass?
No
What other maintenance or repair?
The tenant does the basic cleaning. Actual plumbing, carpentry
etc would be your problem.
Take pictures/video of the property before renting. Give a copy
to the tenants. That might help in the future.
It's been years since I rented anything also. I can't say what
current practice is as far as screening tenants, first, last months
rent,security deposits etc. Have you talked to your insurance agent
and/or an attorney?

Thanks for your time