Property management can be a rewarding career, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. "The Dark Side of Property Management" is a comprehensive training program designed to equip landlords and property managers with the knowledge and skills to handle some of the most difficult situations they may encounter. This training covers critical topics such as domestic violence, abandoned property, and the death of a tenant.
Key Topics Covered
Domestic Violence
Definitions and Legal Framework: Understand the definitions of domestic violence as per ORS 90.100 and ORS 107.705, including what constitutes abuse and who qualifies as family or household members.
Handling Reports: Learn the appropriate steps to take when a tenant or neighbor reports domestic violence, including how to protect yourself legally and ethically.
Eviction Procedures: Gain insights into the eviction process for perpetrators of domestic violence, including the use of a 24-hour notice of harm and the importance of evidence such as police reports or restraining orders.
Support Resources: Know the organizations to refer victims to, such as the National Domestic Violence Hotline and local resources like the Women's Safety & Resource Center.
Abandoned Property
Legal Definitions: Familiarize yourself with key terms such as current market value, personal property, and lien-holder.
Procedures for Handling Abandoned Property: Learn the steps to take when a tenant abandons property, including how to store, dispose of, or sell items, and the legal requirements for notifying tenants and lien-holders.
Abandoned Vehicles: Understand the specific procedures for dealing with abandoned vehicles, including the required notices and the process for selling or disposing of vehicles.
Death of a Tenant
Immediate Actions: Know what to do if you discover a deceased tenant, including contacting emergency services and avoiding tampering with the scene.
Handling Abandoned Property: Learn the additional steps required when handling the property of a deceased tenant, including notifying heirs and estate administrators.
Legal Considerations: Understand the rights and responsibilities of heirs and representatives, and the importance of reasonable proof before allowing access to the deceased tenant's property.
Why This Training is Essential
Dealing with issues like domestic violence, abandoned property, and the death of a tenant can be daunting and legally complex. This training provides landlords and property managers with the necessary tools and knowledge to handle these situations effectively, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and protecting both themselves and their tenants.
Register for the Next Live Class
Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain this crucial knowledge. Register for the next live session of "The Dark Side of Property Management" and be prepared for any situation that comes your way.
Purchase the Video Training
If you can't attend the live session, you can still benefit from this valuable training. Purchase the video of the last session and learn at your own pace.
References
[5] On The Dark Side
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