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December 2019

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One of the biggest perks of being a renter is that, for the most part, tedious maintenance work and expensive home repairs aren't your problem. That's your landlord's job, right? Right? Well, not necessarily. In some cases, tenants are in charge of handling routine maintenance—and even some repairs—in their rental units. Landlords and property managers are responsible for maintaining any appliances and electrical systems, landlords are also generally responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the rental property, including making sure your locks work, your alarm systems (if any) are operational, and your unit receives running water and heat. Surprising Maintenance Tasks 5 Landlords Aren't Responsible for Handling

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