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Rhode Island Portable Tenant Screening Reports: Use or Reject? Law and Practical Steps

A Portable Tenant Screening Reports (PTSR) in Rhode Island allows renters to pay once and reuse the report for multiple landlords, reducing the cost of repeated background checks. Rhode Island, along with five other states, prohibits landlords from charging application fees if tenants provide a portable report. This concept is also gaining federal attention, with 15 state attorneys general recommending PTSRs to the FTC in 2023 to lower rental fees. This guide will cover the laws, benefits, and reliable platforms like LeaseRunner for accessing PTSRs, helping renters stay informed and compliant. What Information Is Included in a Rhode Island PTSR? A Rhode island portable tenant screening report, or PTSR, is a background report created by a screening company that tenants can reuse for multip

Sep 24, 2025

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Grace Period on Rent Explained: How Many Days Late Can Rent Be Without Penalty?

Grace Period on Rent Explained: How Many Days Late Can Rent Be Without Penalty?

Paying rent on time is one of the most important parts of the landlord-tenant relationship. Yet, life is not always predictable. Emergencies, banking delays, or unexpected bills can cause tenants to miss the due date. That is why many leases include a gra

Sep 16, 2025
State-Specific Late Rent Fee Regulations: What Every Landlord Should Know

State-Specific Late Rent Fee Regulations: What Every Landlord Should Know

A rent late fee is one of the most important tools landlords use to encourage on-time payments and protect cash flow. This article breaks down everything a landlord needs to know about the rent late fee: the definition, legal rules, calculation methods, c

Sep 16, 2025
New York Portable Tenant Screening Report: A Win-Win for Landlords and Tenants

New York Portable Tenant Screening Report: A Win-Win for Landlords and Tenants

Navigating New York’s rental market can be repetitive and costly for both landlords and tenants. While states like Colorado allow tenants to use a portable tenant screening report for multiple applications, landlords in New York aren’t required to acc

Sep 16, 2025
How to Write a 30‑Day Notice to Vacate? For Landlords and Tenants Without Losing Deposit

How to Write a 30‑Day Notice to Vacate? For Landlords and Tenants Without Losing Deposit

Knowing how to write a 30-day notice to vacate is vital for both tenants and landlords. If you want a smooth move, this skill will save you from extra rent or disputes over deposits. For example, tenants must write a clear 30-day notice letter to the land

Sep 16, 2025
What Is Effective Rent and How to Calculate and Use It?

What Is Effective Rent and How to Calculate and Use It?

What is effective rent is a term every landlord should know before signing or advertising a lease. Imagine you list a unit at $2,000, but you offer one free month to attract renters. On paper, the lease rent looks like $2,000, but your effective rent form

Sep 11, 2025
Maryland Portable Tenant Screening Reports: Benefits & Legal Requirements

Maryland Portable Tenant Screening Reports: Benefits & Legal Requirements

The Maryland portable tenant screening report is a useful tool for renters and landlords. With one report, a renter can show many landlords their credit, criminal, and eviction history. This report is called a reusable tenant screening report because it c

Sep 11, 2025
Lease Extension vs. Renewal: Pros, Cons & What’s the Real Difference?

Lease Extension vs. Renewal: Pros, Cons & What’s the Real Difference?

Understanding the difference between lease extension vs renewal is important for landlords and tenants when managing rental properties. Lease extension and lease renewal are often confused, but they are not the same. Each has different effects on rental a

Sep 11, 2025
What Is a Pet Addendum and Why Every Landlord Should Use One?

What Is a Pet Addendum and Why Every Landlord Should Use One?

Understanding what a pet addendum is can save property owners from costly repairs, reduce legal risk, and help maintain great tenant relationships. It turns general pet rules into specific, legally enforceable terms—covering everything from breed restri

Sep 10, 2025
What Is a Mid‑Term Rental? Legal Tips + Max Profit Strategies

What Is a Mid‑Term Rental? Legal Tips + Max Profit Strategies

The rental market is more flexible than ever, offering landlords and tenants new ways to connect. For property owners, a crucial strategy gaining popularity is the mid-term rental. But are mid-term rentals profitable, and how do they fit into your overall

Sep 10, 2025
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