By implementing these preventative measures, you will be less likely to become a target. If you suspect you have a squatter contact an attorney and click here to contact Squatter Hunters to expedite the removal process as much as possible. Establish Neighbor Communication: Build a rapport with neighbors and encourage them to report any suspicious activity or unauthorized occupants on your property. Their vigilance can help you address potential squatter issues early on. Secure Entry Points: Ensure all doors, windows, and other potential entry points are securely locked and monitored. Consider installing security measures such as deadbolts, sturdy locks, and motion sensor lights. Here are a few tips to safeguard your property from potential squatters: Install Security Cameras: Placing security cameras on vacant properties acts as a deterrent to squatters and provides crucial evidence in case of unauthorized entry or occupation. You may want to put up signs that state the property is under surveillance. Regular Property Checks: Conducting daily visits to vacant rentals, either personally or through a property manager, helps ensure that any unauthorized individuals are swiftly identified and dealt with.
ALEXANDRA ALVARADO Director of Marketing and Education American Apartment Owners Association (866) 579-2262 alexandra@aaoa.com
Alexandra has worked for AAOA for 8 years, launching AAOA’s educational division in 2016 and has hosted and moderated over 100 webinars for thousands of landlords nationwide. She also curates breaking news and original content for AAOA Today , a biweekly newsletter with 75,000 readers, and RENT Magazine. Alexandra has been interviewed by national news outlets including The New York Times, CNBC, CNN, Fox News, Business Insider, Wall Street Journal, and Realtor.com. Her extensive sales and marketing background in the rental industry has made her a point person for rental industry professionals who want to learn how to select quality tenants and reduce their rental risk. Alexandra has a BA and MBA in Marketing from Pepperdine University.
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