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California Just Made Rent Reporting a Thing
General·4 min read

California Just Made Rent Reporting a Thing

If rent is eating up half your monthly budget, you've probably stared at your bank account and wondered: Why doesn't this count toward my credit score?

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CreditLink Team
Jul 27, 2026
Understanding Lead-Based Paint Disclosures
General·3 min read

Understanding Lead-Based Paint Disclosures

What landlords must disclose about lead-based paint, which properties the rule covers, and the penalties for getting it wrong.

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CreditLink Team
Dec 27, 2025
Beginner's Guide to Investing in Residential Real Estate
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Beginner's Guide to Investing in Residential Real Estate

New to residential real estate investing? Learn how credit checks, tenant screening, and smart risk management help protect your rental investment with CreditLink® Secure.

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CreditLink Team
Dec 21, 2025
Squatters, Trespassers, and Holdover Tenants
General·3 min read

Squatters, Trespassers, and Holdover Tenants

Unwanted occupants in your property

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CreditLink Team
Nov 14, 2025
Dealing with Holdover Tenants: A Landlord's Guide
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Dealing with Holdover Tenants: A Landlord's Guide

Expert guidance for landlords on handling holdover tenants with clarity, legal insight, and practical steps for resolving lease extensions smoothly.

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CreditLink Team
Nov 14, 2025
Tenant Screening Questions to Ensure Reliable Tenants
General·6 min read

Tenant Screening Questions to Ensure Reliable Tenants

Tenant Screening Questions for Confident Rental Choices

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CreditLink Team
Oct 16, 2025
How to Remove a Tenant Without Serving an Eviction Notice
General·1 min read

How to Remove a Tenant Without Serving an Eviction Notice

Discover how to remove a tenant without eviction using legal methods. Learn tips, cash for keys, tenant screening services, and smart property management.

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CreditLink Team
Sep 19, 2025
Preventing Fire in your Rental Property
General·5 min read

Preventing Fire in your Rental Property

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CreditLink Team
Sep 17, 2025
Steps to Get Your Rental History Report Online
General·4 min read

Steps to Get Your Rental History Report Online

Landlords and tenants trust CreditLink Secure™ for fast, secure rental history checks.

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CreditLink Team
Aug 19, 2025
Dealing with Early Lease Terminations
General·7 min read

Dealing with Early Lease Terminations

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CreditLink Team
Jun 12, 2025
How to Write a Landlord Reference Letter for a Tenant
General·5 min read

How to Write a Landlord Reference Letter for a Tenant

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CreditLink Team
Sep 13, 2024
How to Improve Communication with Challenging Tenants
General·5 min read

How to Improve Communication with Challenging Tenants

How to communicate with difficult tenants: staying professional over late rent and complaints, and keeping a written record.

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CreditLink Team
Jul 1, 2024