Guest Policies: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Actually Enforce Them

Send us Fan MailYou probably have a lease. But does it have a rental property guest policy?  You know, one that actually defines how long a guest can stay, who's responsible for their behavior, and what happens if they never leave? Most self-managing landlords don't, and it's one of those gaps that feels harmless until a "temporary" houseguest is still there six months later with a key, collecting mail, and keeping in a closet full of belongings you definitely didn't know about.In this episode, Kevin and I break down what a guest policy is, why it matters completely differently depending on your property type, and the five key things your lease needs to cover. We also get into the moment every landlord dreads: when a guest legally crosses the line into tenant territory — and what you can and cannot do about it.We share a real story from one of our units that started with a routine inspection and ended with us finding a closet full of women's clothes in a one-person tenant's apartment. If you've never thought twice about your guest policy, this episode will change that.Nothing on this podcast is legal advice. Please consult a real estate attorney in your state before finalizing any lease language.Links & References Mentioned in This Episode EP125  When Your Tenant's Child Turns 18EZ Landlord Forms  State Specific Leases & Addendums for LandlordsTurboTenant  Tenant Screening & Lease Management PlatformDoorLoop  Full Property Management Platform — Free Demo AvailableConnect with Us: 🌎 Visit our website 📧 Subscribe to our newsletter.👆 FREE Landlord Forms and Doc’s🤳Text Us: 650-489-4447📩Email us at: [email protected], [email protected] ➡️ Give us a review: Apple or on Spotify or YouTube ✔️Course Waitlist📱 Instagram, Facebook, &  Private Facebook group