You need to make sure that your property's sidewalks and walkways are safe for your tenants and their guests, so they don't slip or fall. Is this something you can do by yourself, or can you ask your tenants to clear the snow for you? Here are the steps:

• Learn the laws of your area.

• Designate the responsible party in the lease.

• Your tenant can be rewarded with a discount if they remove the snow.

Learn The Laws Of Your Area

Some cities require property owners to clear sidewalks of snow and shovel paths for delivery workers. If you don't, you may be fined. It's vital to keep common areas clean so that no one is hurt when renting a property. If snow and ice remain on walkways, you could be held responsible for any injuries or accidents. You, as the property owner or property manager, are responsible for maintaining safe walkways around your property if your city has a snow and ice removal law.

Designate The Responsible Party

It's better to hire a professional or do it yourself if you manage multiple units. You can add snow removal to your lease agreement if you have a single-family rental home. Make sure you are clear in your lease agreement about snow removal. This means that you need to specify when and how far the snow must be removed. Your tenant might be given a snow shovel, salt, or sand to use on the path after a snowfall.

Incentives

Even if your area isn't snowy often, it's possible to get your tenant to shovel your property. For this work, you can offer a discount on your monthly rent. You can ask your tenant to take care of the snow removal. This is similar to asking them to do yard work on your property.