Review of What Landlords Don't Want You To Know

[Marina Flisvou]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "What Landlords Don't Want You To Know" by Tom Arvanitis.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Tom Arvanitis' "What Landlords Don’t Want You to Know" is an exceptional guide that every student renter should read before signing their first lease. This detailed and well-researched book covers all parts of renting off-campus homes, offering useful information and practical tips. From understanding their rights as tenants to dealing with emergencies and avoiding common mistakes, the author provides readers with the knowledge they need to deal with the rental market effectively.

The author leaves no stone left in his book on the renting process. The book is well organized, covering everything from house hunting and identifying scams to understanding lease agreements and dealing with pest control. The amount and variety of information is truly impressive, making it an essential tool for anyone renting a home.

The inclusion of real-life anecdotes adds an interesting and realistic aspect to the book. The introduction by Liv Weller, who talks about her bad experiences with a property management company, sets the tone for how important it is to be well-informed. These stories are not only interesting, but they also teach important lessons that support the useful advice given throughout the book.

The practical advice in the book is one of its best features. The author guides through many aspects of renting, including making a list of things they require to look for a house, knowing how different parts of the lease impact, and how to handle repair problems.

I found only five typos or grammatical mistakes in the book. It has been well-edited. This thorough editing makes the book more readable and professional, making it enjoyable to read from start to finish.

"What Landlords Don’t Want You to Know" is essential reading for anyone new to the rental market, particularly students. With its thorough scope, engaging anecdotes, realistic guidance and detailed legal information, it serves as an excellent guide. It gives readers a complete and enjoyable reading experience by focusing on emergency preparation. Arvanitis has written a book that is both interesting and useful and helps people have a positive and problem-free rental experience by giving them the information and tools they need to effectively go through the rental process. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because it is very detailed, useful, and effectively written.

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[Amy Luman]

I am a landlord and can say from experience that all of the problems do not stem from my perspective. While I do agree that there are some landlords who don’t want their renters to know everything, there are others that will reveal as much as possible.Thanks!

[Sleek Pace]

This review of Tom Arvanitis' "What Landlords Dont Want You to Know" highlights the book's thoroughness, practical advice, and engaging anecdotes, making it an essential read for those new to the rental market, especially students. With its detailed information and well-edited content, this book appears to be a valuable resource for anyone navigating the challenges of renting. Dynamic character dynamics, felt authentic and nuanced.

[Chi Chiu Michael Mak]

The title kept me hooked. Anyone who wants to get started with rental real estate (tenant or landlord) would find What Landlords Don't Want You to Know helpful.

[Nwachukwu Somto]

The organization of the book, along with the inclusion of real-life anecdotes, adds depth and practicality to the advice provided. Additionally, the mention of thorough editing instills confidence in the book's quality and readability

[Charmaine Mahlangu]

This author sounds like the landlord who knew exactly how to sell or the student that found out. I love your review its so straight forward and relatable. This is a good read for anyone staying away from home for a while.

[Julius Peters]

This book is an excellent resource for students, packed with detailed information and real-life anecdotes that make the rental process less daunting and more manageable.

[Kristin Cowan]

I need this book to cover commercial landlords haha! My only concern is that it seems focused more on students renting for the first time.

[MAHAD BAIG MIRZA]

I liked how your review provided a thorough overview of the book's content, highlighting its practical advice and real-life anecdotes. Your balanced approach in discussing both the strengths, like its comprehensive coverage and engaging anecdotes, and minor weaknesses, such as the few typos, showcases their thoughtful analysis.