Becoming a Landlord
From the Becoming a Landlord Guide:
You have applied for a mortgage loan to finance the purchase of a home that can house several families. When you…start renting units in it to others, you’ll be taking on the role of “landlord.” You will be a special type of real estate professional, entitled not only to collecting rent, but also to enjoying certain tax advantages and selecting some of the people who’ll live side by side with you.
You have a lot to look forward to — many rewards — but also lots of responsibilities… The guide’s purpose is to help you understand the risks and responsibilities involved in the business of being a landlord, and to share some proven ways of handling them successfully.
- Study the Becoming a Landlord Guide.
- As you complete each chapter, come back to the Landlord Education home page to review the Becoming a Landlord Test tips.
- When you’ve finished studying, come back to the Landlord Education home page to take the Becoming a Landlord Test.
