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The Landlord Code Episode 7: How To Avoid High Maintenance Tenants Pt. 1

Season #1 Episode #7

This is Part 1 of a 3-part series designed to help you avoid, handle, and even convert high-maintenance tenants into long-term allies.
In this episode of The Landlord Code, Christopher Barrow dives into one of the most common questions from self-managing landlords and prospective clients:

“What do I do about high-maintenance tenants?” Before you start troubleshooting existing problems, Christopher walks you through how to avoid them entirely—by transforming your approach from “I own a rental property” to “I run a rental business.” ✅ What you'll learn:
  • Why your property is your product—and how it attracts your tenant type
  • The critical standards you need around credit, income, and references
  • How to write a lease that protects you from day one
  • Why it's time to flex your “no” muscle
  • What to say when a tenant requests non-essential upgrades
  • How to set the tone for a low-maintenance, high-performance rental relationship
🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Landlord Code on your favorite platform. 📍Next up: How to Regain Control When You’re Already Dealing with a Difficult Tenant.

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