Business Risk Decision

In fact, pets cause damage that can be very expensive. I tell my clients this is a business risk decision. The previous landlord may or may not give you an accurate picture of the pet's behavior. If the carpet is more than five years old and the doors are not perfect to begin with, allowing a pet is not difficult. With brand new carpet, it is a very difficult decision. It really comes down to the owner deciding how critical is it to get the unit rented sooner rather than later. As a residential property manager, my job is to give my client the pros and cons and let them make the business decision.

Peter Meer is President/Broker of Meer & Company, Inc., 303-322-1550, which manages 150 single family homes and properties in Denver, Colorado. He holds the Master Property Manager (MPM) designation and the firm holds the Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC) designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). To learn more about Peter's Landlord solutions visit www.coloradolandlordsolutions.com website. Or visit Meer and Company website at www.meerandco.com.

Not Allowing Pets

For the last 25 years, every tenant I have talked to about his or her dog, tells me the same thing. Their dog is "Lassie" from the classic television series. Their perfect dog would never mess in the house, never chew or scratch doors, etc. Their cat is equally well trained, never touching the drapes or failing to use the litter box.


Peter Meer is President/Broker of Meer & Company, Inc., 303-322-1550, which manages 150 single family homes and properties in Denver, Colorado. He holds the Master Property Manager (MPM) designation and the firm holds the Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC) designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). To learn more about Peter's Landlord solutions visit www.coloradolandlordsolutions.com website. Or visit Meer and Company website at www.meerandco.com.

Know About ADA

Remember that service animals are not considered a pet. Also, keep in mind that service animals may be needed for psychological reasons and may well be protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are not familiar with the ADA then speak with your real estate attorney for advice and direction.

Peter Meer is President/Broker of Meer & Company, Inc., 303-322-1550, which manages 150 single family homes and properties in Denver, Colorado. He holds the Master Property Manager (MPM) designation and the firm holds the Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC) designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). To learn more about Peter's Landlord solutions visit www.coloradolandlordsolutions.com website. Or visit Meer and Company website at www.meerandco.com.