Ishika Pannu

How to Handle a Tenant Who Overstays the Notice Period

How to Handle a Tenant Who Overstays the Notice Period A tenant serves their notice, you schedule the room for cleaning, confirm the next booking, and everything seems on track. Then comes the message: “Can I stay just a few more days?” Those few days often turn into a week, or longer. For PG owners… Continue reading How to Handle a Tenant Who Overstays the Notice Period

PG in Jaipur: What Owners Need to Know Before Opening in 2026

PG in Jaipur: What Owners Need to Know Before Opening in 2026 For years, Jaipur has been known for its heritage, tourism, and vibrant culture. While those sectors continue to thrive, the city has quietly transformed into one of India’s fastest-growing Tier-2 markets for rental accommodation. A steady influx of students, working professionals, startup employees,… Continue reading PG in Jaipur: What Owners Need to Know Before Opening in 2026

The Security Deposit Amount: What Is Legal in Your State?

The Security Deposit Amount: What Is Legal in Your State? Know the legal security deposit limits across India, understand where the Model Tenancy Act applies, and learn how to build a compliant deposit policy for your rental business. When a tenant moves into a rental property, one of the first financial transactions after rent is… Continue reading The Security Deposit Amount: What Is Legal in Your State?

PG Management in Indore: Scaling Beyond 50 Beds

PG Management in Indore: Scaling Beyond 50 Beds A few years ago, most discussions around India’s rental housing market revolved around metropolitan cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, or Hyderabad. Today, that narrative is changing rapidly. Tier-2 cities are no longer just emerging markets, they are becoming some of the fastest-growing destinations for students, working professionals,… Continue reading PG Management in Indore: Scaling Beyond 50 Beds

How to Return a Security Deposit Without a Dispute

How to Return a Security Deposit Without a Dispute Returning a security deposit should be one of the simplest parts of a tenant’s move-out journey. Unfortunately, it often becomes one of the most disputed. Whether it’s disagreements over deductions, delays in refunds, or confusion about what the deposit actually covers, a poorly managed settlement process… Continue reading How to Return a Security Deposit Without a Dispute

Security Deposits: The Hidden Cost of Renting

Security Deposits: The Hidden Cost of Renting When people evaluate a rental property, the monthly rent usually becomes the deciding factor. But in reality, the biggest financial commitment often comes even before the first month’s rent is paid. Security deposits have long been a standard part of renting, giving landlords financial protection against unpaid dues… Continue reading Security Deposits: The Hidden Cost of Renting

GST on PG Rent: What Every Owner Must Know in 2026

GST on PG Rent: What Every Owner Must Know in 2026 Running a PG or co-living business in 2026 involves much more than maintaining occupancy and collecting rent on time. As the industry becomes increasingly organised, owners are expected to keep up with changing tax regulations, maintain proper records, and ensure their businesses remain compliant.… Continue reading GST on PG Rent: What Every Owner Must Know in 2026

One Month with RentOk: What Changes for a 50-Bed PG Owner

One Month with RentOk: What Changes for a 50-Bed PG Owner Many PG owners assume operational problems only begin after crossing 200 or 300 beds. In reality, the biggest growing pains often appear much earlier, between 40 and 80 beds. At this stage, spreadsheets, notebooks, and WhatsApp are no longer enough, but many operators haven’t… Continue reading One Month with RentOk: What Changes for a 50-Bed PG Owner

Rent Agreement Renewal: When and How to Update Terms

Rent Agreement Renewal: When and How to Update Terms A rent agreement is more than a document signed at the beginning of a tenancy. It defines the rights, responsibilities, financial terms, and expectations between a landlord and a tenant. However, many property owners make the mistake of treating it as a one-time formality. Once the… Continue reading Rent Agreement Renewal: When and How to Update Terms

Festival Vacancies Aren’t Inevitable: A PG Owner’s Guide

Festival Vacancies Aren’t Inevitable: A PG Owner’s Guide For PG owners, festivals don’t just bring lights and celebrations, they also bring one familiar challenge: empty rooms. Every Diwali and Holi, students head home for semester breaks, while working professionals often use the holiday to relocate, switch jobs, or move to a new city. The result?… Continue reading Festival Vacancies Aren’t Inevitable: A PG Owner’s Guide