Real LI

“The Landlord’s Kit” by Jeffrey Taylor (Kaplan, $18.95): This book consists primarily of lists and forms the author suggests that any owner of rental apartments or houses use to prevent legal problems and protect property. Forms include rental applications, utility transfer forms, warnings of improper behavior and a host of other issues. Advice to landlords includes how to welcome a new tenant, conduct an annual inspection of the property, deal with problem tenants, generate consistent income, reduce lead hazards, keep good records and maintain good relationships with tenants. The book is aimed at owners of single or multiple units.

- PAM ROBINSON