In general renting a house is a lot less complicated than buying.

A drawback to renting a house is that you are usually stuck with any decisions made by the landlord.

When renting a house find time to walk through the property with the landlord and make a written note of anything that looks out of order before signing a tenancy agreement.

If managed properly renting a house can be profitable and rewarding.

Be aware that renting a house will not give you a license to do as you please. You must comply with your tenancy agreement.

Before you rent a house make sure that your insurance covers your house as a rental.

When renting a house check your city or town regulations. There may be rules on which rooms in a house may be used for renting.

When renting out your house take time to research rents in the area.

If facing a temporary job or extended business stay then renting a house is an ideal way to avoid the expense and confinement of a hotel room.

Many rental houses are bought in areas that have a consistent supply of tenants and are rented out for much more than the cost of the mortgage.