u/MistressBassKitty

My sweet doctor tenant has just vacated and our paths did not cross for the final walkthrough. I’m usually very relaxed about cleaning etc and hire help to turn it over that’s already included and agreed to.

Believe it or not, for the first time in years, my tenant has left behind a pantry, fridge, and freezer of food items. The freeze items will rot and smell, plus she filled all the bins already.

It’s beyond my trash capacity. What do I do? And how do I charge for what I need to do?

I consider myself super lucky this somehow hasn’t happened before!

Update: We compromised on 1:30pm
I appreciate the different perspectives. I’ll see if I can add times in to my future leases. I’ve always had tenants confirm a move in appointment. I’m not available to pass the keys at all hours. I need to schedule 2 hours to let them in, explain details, and do a basic walkthrough. They have been pushy, and even tried to have access several days before their lease starts, despite me explaining it’s occupied multiple times (I did a video tour for them where they saw it’s totally occupied!)
I’ve been both a tenant and landlord for decades. Back to back tenancies always require flexibility. A vacant unit is a different story, I give early access in those cases.
These tenants are in their early 20’s and they apologized, saying they are just really excited.

I have new renters lined up for July 1st

My previous tenants are leaving June 30th

I need some hours to turn it all over between guests (I’m also a single mom and have kids to care for, plus my job!)

The new tenants are saying that July 1st access implies any time and they want to move in early in the day, morning time…

This is a first. I’ve always scheduled the key pass off and walk through to accommodate both parties. My lease doesn’t specify move in time.

Thoughts?

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I had one, EX, but it’s only online now and I can’t wait for shipping. Most I’ve bought at stores don’t do anything and I need one today! Ow 😔🥹🤷‍♀️

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Just googled the company I’m interviewing with and found the 1 star yelp reviews describing rats, mice, mold, overflowing trash, and unresponsive management…

I need a job but maybe tho isn’t worth it.

I’m also concerned I could lose my RE License if I’m maintaining unsafe or uninhabitable living conditions for the owners bottom line.

My previous experience has been with responsive owners who maintain and improve their properties.