Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We’ve got answers to the most common queries below.
We respond to tenant maintenance requests within one hour. For emergencies, tenants
and landlords are provided with direct contact numbers to ensure immediate
assistance.
We utilize various platforms, including Facebook Marketplace, WhatsApp community
groups, Padmapper, and Kijiji, to effectively market and advertise your property.
Our tenant placement process usually takes between 15 days to one month, depending
on market conditions and property specifics.
We conduct thorough screenings, including checks on references, credit scores, and
employment history, to ensure we select reliable tenants.
• Premium Plan: We guarantee rent payment to the landlord, ensuring
uninterrupted income.
• Basic and Standard Plans: We aim to replace the tenant within one month and commence a new lease agreement.
• Basic and Standard Plans: We aim to replace the tenant within one month and commence a new lease agreement.
There are no extra charges for maintenance coordination. Landlords are only
responsible for the actual service fees charged by external workers. We maintain
100% transparency, providing detailed bills for all services rendered.
We conduct monthly property inspections. If tenants consistently maintain the
property well, the frequency may be reduced over time, unless issues arise.
After issuing two warnings, we proceed with eviction notices. Our team collaborates
with legal professionals to manage the eviction process, with associated legal
expenses covered by the landlord. Notably, our stringent screening process has
resulted in zero tenant issues to date.
In cases of non-payment or property damage, we follow legal protocols to address the
issue. This includes issuing notices and, if necessary, filing applications with the
Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) to seek resolution, such as compensation for damages
or eviction.
While Serene Abode maintains its own liability coverage, it is advisable for
landlords to have their own landlord insurance policies. This provides protection
against potential financial losses due to property damage or liability issues that
may arise during tenancy.