If you own a rental property, you know how important it is to attract quality tenants. You want to rent your property to tenants who will pay their rent on time. You also want tenants who will stay long-term and keep the property clean and who won’t cause any damage. The listing you create to advertise your property is essential in attracting quality tenants, because the more interested tenants you have, the more selective you can be with who you rent to. Here are a few things to consider when trying to create an attractive rental property listing.

Pictures Are Essential

When prospective renters look at rental properties, they generally look at the photos first. Potential tenants want to see the property before deciding whether they want to live there or not, and having quality photos in the listing is the best way for them to determine if the property is worth looking into. When taking the photos for your listing, make sure to:

• Take a photo of every room in the unit. If there is a yard, take a photo of that as well.
• Take the photos during the day and open the blinds. The rooms should be well lit when taking the pictures.
• Take the photos from the corner of each room rather than from the side. This will usually give a more accurate perspective of the size of the room and a better view of the amenities.
• Make sure the property is clean and any necessary repairs have been made before taking the photos.

Write a Detailed Description

Try to write a detailed description of the property. More details tend to attract more potential tenants, and you won’t be getting calls from tenants with questions that could have been answered in the ad. There are several things that should be included in the description. These include:

• The cost of the rent.
• Number of rooms. Include the number of bedrooms and the number of bathrooms.
• All appliances included.
• Available amenities.
• The utilities included in the rent if any.
• Proximity to stores, schools, and major highways.
• Proximity to public transportation.
• Whether or not pets are accepted.
• The name of the public school district.

Fill In All the Fields on the Listing Page

If using an internet post or website, it is best to fill in every field for the listing options or details. This will give prospective tenants all the information they need about the property. Also, your listing will typically get a higher ranking on the search page when you fill out every field. If you leave anything blank, prospective applicants might still have questions, and you could waste your time showing the property to people who end up not being interested, or even people who you wouldn’t choose to be your tenants anyway.

There is more to renting your property than creating an attractive listing. You will need to meet with renters to show the property and then run extensive background checks and credit checks. If you enjoy the passive income you receive from Atlanta rental property management, but you don’t have the time or energy to deal with the rental process, Contact Specialized Property Management Atlanta. We have years of professional experience creating listings and screening potential tenants. Working with us will save you a lot of time, and you can be sure that responsible, quality tenants will be moving into your rental property. Contact us online or call us at 404-596-8429 for a quote today!