Comprehensive Landlord Tenant Investigative Services
Owning and/or managing rental units in Brooklyn, Manhattan, New York City, Long Island, White Plains, NY, Stamford, Greenwich, CT, and the surrounding areas comes with risk in renting to the wrong tenants, but smart owners and managers have discovered a secret that gives them the leverage they need to protect themselves and their property. Working with John Cutter Investigations on landlord tenant investigations can help to protect a property from damage or other violations. From lease violations such as subletting units or engaging in illegal activities to tenant fraud investigations and more, working with a private investigator for landlords is key to building a case that will result in legal evictions that stand up in court. Contact our experienced team today to learn more about our landlord-tenant investigations services.
Tenant Fraud Investigations for Property Owners and Managers
When you are reviewing tenant applications, you are looking for details about your potential future tenants. However, what if they lie or otherwise misrepresent themselves on the application? Maybe you think that you were renting to just two people, but now you have suspicions that several more people are living in that apartment. Tenant fraud needs to be proven, and a private investigator for landlords will use a variety of means to help determine and document tenant fraud that is happening in order to enforce evictions.
Lease Violation Investigations and Evidence Collection
Most of the time, evidence is needed in order to have proof of lease violations. Private investigators can do this through surveillance of the property and the tenants themselves. This can involve taking pictures or even videos to provide proof of neglect or other lease violations. Landlords can also grant private investigators permission to access the property, so they aren't trespassing, as they have been given permission to enter the property and document things.
Private Investigator for Landlords: What the Investigation Process Looks Like
We always start an investigation with an interview with the landlord to understand what the issue is and what they are looking for our team to do. We may need to do background checks on tenants, or we may need to document certain activities. As we perform the investigation, we will communicate with the landlord on what we are finding and documenting, or what isn't happening, as the case may be. While we understand that a landlord may want to get things done as quickly as possible, in order to be sure that the evidence is solid, it may take a bit longer than desired.
Why Landlords Across NYC, Long Island, Connecticut, and Bergen County Choose John Cutter Investigations
Our team at John Cutter Investigations is made up of former law enforcement professionals, and this gives us a solid understanding of what techniques we can use as private investigators in Brooklyn, Manhattan, New York City, Long Island, White Plains, NY, Stamford, Greenwich, CT, and the surrounding areas. This also allows us to use our connections to get access to information that is more difficult for other private investigators. Landlords prefer to use us as we have local knowledge of the areas, and because we can be discreet with our efforts. Put our years of experience to work on your tenant investigation needs.
Landlord Tenant Investigation FAQs
Is It Legal For A Landlord To Hire A Private Investigator?
Yes, it is absolutely legal for a landlord to hire a private investigator. We have helped landlords to protect their property from illegal activities, to locate former tenants who owe back rent, as well as to ensure that a rent-stabilized unit is being used as a primary residence by the tenant.
Can A Private Investigator Be Used For Background Checks?
Yes, as long as permission was given by the prospective tenant for a background check to be done. The landlord then uses this permission to hire a private investigator to perform the background check.
What Kind Of Techniques Can Private Investigators Use?
Many times, private investigators will perform surveillance, such as taking pictures or video, in order to document certain activities or events. They can also access public records and, if granted permission by the landlord, access the property without touching or interfering with the tenant's personal property.
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