{"id":67011,"date":"2022-03-02T10:42:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-02T18:42:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=67011"},"modified":"2023-07-17T12:33:11","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T19:33:11","slug":"how-to-set-up-your-home-as-a-rental-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-your-home-as-a-rental-property\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Up Your Home as a Rental Property"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to setting up your home as a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/redfin.com\/rentals\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rental property<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ample planning and preparation is needed before you can start advertising your listing to the world and taking on your new role as a landlord. The first decision to make before renting your home is determining if you want this to be a long-term rental, such as asking for year-long leases from tenants, or a short-term rental, like listing your property on Airbnb or VRBO. This guide on how to set up a rental property will walk you through these key considerations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up your house as a short-term or long-term rental<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to find out how much to rent your house for<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing your legal rights and responsibilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Putting on your landlord hat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros and cons of short-term vs. long-term renting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yTcsYdyT2lU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up your house as a rental<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re setting up your home for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soldbylaurie.com\/blog\/7-things-to-know-before-renting-out-your-property\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">long-term or a short-term rental<\/a>, you&#8217;ll need to ensure that it&#8217;s move-in ready for your renters. You&#8217;ll want to double-check that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All appliances are safe and working properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entry to the house, whether by key or lock pad, is secure and accessible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The house is clean, and if furnished, the furniture is in good condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re renting your house for shorter periods such as a vacation rental, you&#8217;ll want to take the proper steps to set up your profile correctly for sites like Airbnb and VRBO. You&#8217;ll need to include information such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your home type and how many people your space can accommodate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If children and pets are allowed, and if there are any additional fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overview of your home and the nearby area, and highlight any amenities guests can enjoy when they stay in your rental.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to find out how much to rent your house for<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When renting out your house, you&#8217;ll need to understand how much rent to charge to make sure you cover all of your costs, such as a mortgage, property taxes, insurance, utilities, and still be able to set aside some funds for maintenance and upkeep. You&#8217;ll also need to cover costs associated with rental applications like conducting background and credit score checks on tenants, as well as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/reasons-to-hire-a-cleaning-service\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hiring a cleaning service<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a property manager, and contacting referrals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you determine a price that covers your needs, you&#8217;ll need to search and compare your listing to other rentals of the same or similar quality in your zip code, which applies to both short-term and long-term rental properties. Keep in mind that rental prices fluctuate in response to the local <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-housing-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">housing market<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and competition, so you\u2019ll want to factor these in when calculating monthly rent prices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Listing your home as a short-term rental<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When getting your business and finances to list your home as a short-term rental, you\u2019ll want to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use an online calculator, such as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/rental-estimate\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rental estimate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, to compare similar properties in your area to determine how much to rent your home for<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider offering a discount for extended stays. Also, consider increasing the rent on weekends, holidays, and other high-travel seasons.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factor in cleaning costs, pet deposits, and other upfront<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/renewsblog\/2014\/12\/02\/rental-property-expenses\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">non-refundable fees<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect yourself and your property with insurance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Pro tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For new hosts, Airbnb recommends listing your price lower than the suggested rate, so you can quickly get reviews and build up your credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Listing your home as a long-term rental<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When organizing your finances and business to offer your home as a long-term rental<\/span><b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you\u2019ll want to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determine the length of the lease you&#8217;ll offer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set a price for security, pet, and other deposits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider hiring a rental manager such as a property management company to handle rent and late fee collection, take care of repairs, deal with vacancies and evictions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invest in rental software to help with general property management and accounting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect yourself and your property with insurance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">List your home on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/list\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rental sites<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have settled and secured the business aspects, you&#8217;ll want to speak with a real estate lawyer to make sure you understand your legal responsibilities before renting your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75132\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/1_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know your legal rights and responsibilities<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The essential contract for a long-term rental is a lease agreement. When you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-landlord\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">become a landlord<\/a>, you\u2019ll need to ensure all<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/difference-between-lease-and-rent-agreement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"> lease or rental agreement<\/a> terms are outlined on paper and signed by all parties involved. You\u2019ll want to make sure your lease outlines the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Length of the lease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/what-is-a-security-deposit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">Security deposit<\/a> amount<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental due date and penalties for late or missed payments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsibilities for repairs, basic upkeep, and maintenance \u2014 be sure to be specific about lawn care and pest control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The names of all tenants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policies about pets, painting, noise levels, homeowners association dues and rules, and smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All related deposits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eviction terms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consequences for damaging the property<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When determining the length of a lease, keep in mind that a month-to-month lease gives you the flexibility to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/why-sell\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sell your home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when you\u2019re ready, while an annual lease is a more stable option for those holding on to the property for a longer-term investment. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Either way, have a lawyer look over the lease to ensure you&#8217;ve included all of the necessary components and research<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/landlord-responsibilities\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">\u00a0tenant and landlord responsibilities<\/a> in your state.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When it comes to disputes, some states automatically favor the tenant over the landlord, so it\u2019s important you know the laws, rules, and regulations for your specific state when researching how to rent your house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to a short-term rental, signing a lease is usually not involved. However, you still need to ensure that your renters understand and follow your policies. You&#8217;ll want to have specific policies around cancellations, adding additional guests, clean-up or check-out procedures, and rules around any amenities like swimming pools or hot tubs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put on your landlord hat<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you decide to rent out your home, you have to be sure to separate yourself emotionally from your renters. While it&#8217;s important to be flexible, remember that this is a business. A good landlord is someone firm but kind, while also understanding but not quickly taken advantage of. Other qualities of a good landlord include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good communication with quick response times<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reliable and responsible, and always acts honestly and with integrity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well-organized and thorough, paying close attention to detail<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utilizing and developing all of these qualities will enable you to establish a strong, cordial, and candid landlord\/tenant relationship when renting your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-944x630.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2_How-to-Set-Up-Your-Home-as-a-Rental-Property-449x300.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros and cons of short-term vs. long-term renting<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many reasons to rent out your property, but deciding how to rent your house can be just as challenging as deciding who to rent it to. How do you know which is the best choice for you? Here are the pros and cons of each to consider:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Short-term rental pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More lucrative, especially if you live in a tourist destination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible with scheduling so you can use the property for personal use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.landlordology.com\/tax-deductions-for-landlords\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">qualification for tax breaks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and deductions that are specific to short-term rentals, like the 14-day rule<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally less wear and tear on your property<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Short-term rental c<\/strong><strong>ons<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Necessary to furnish and clean on a frequent, regular schedule<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some states, cities, or municipalities require short-term rental landlords to complete complex paperwork and cut through a mountain of red tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may lose money during slower periods of travel, such as in the winter months if you own a beach house<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More competition from surrounding properties<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically more tasks and items to manage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Long-term rental pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More stable and reliable tenants with less rental turnover<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More consistent pay &amp; income<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fewer bills that need to be covered by the landlord<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The home generally does not need to be furnished<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Long-term rental cons<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potentially larger gaps between tenants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less control over the property<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the right tenants may take more time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The eviction process can be time-consuming and costly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you won\u2019t find a one-size-fits-all package when it\u2019s time to decide on a short-term or long-term rental plan, the benefits &#8211; and shortcomings &#8211; associated with both are clear. 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