Q: Gerald, I really need help with minor repairs on my rental property. How can I find a reliable handyman? Doug, Hackensack, NJ A: A referral from another property owner who has worked with the handyman before is ideal because it’s based on past performance and quality. If you don’t have any referrals, put a handyman wanted sign in a window or in the yard of your rental property with a phone # or email for them to contact. You can also try online on craigslist or similar sites, but the most reliable handymen are usually local, so a sign on the property will only elicit responses from local people. Every handyman doesn’t have the same skill set and experience, […]
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