{"id":24906,"date":"2026-07-27T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=24906"},"modified":"2026-07-27T10:04:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T17:04:10","slug":"upgrade-incentives-for-great-tenants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/upgrade-incentives-for-great-tenants\/","title":{"rendered":"Upgrade Incentives for Great Tenants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Upgrade-Incentives-for-Great-Tenants.jpg\" alt=\"Upgrade Incentives for Great Tenants\" class=\"wp-image-24907\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Upgrade-Incentives-for-Great-Tenants.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Upgrade-Incentives-for-Great-Tenants-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Upgrade-Incentives-for-Great-Tenants-600x347.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Upgrade-Incentives-for-Great-Tenants-768x445.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Want to reward your tenants for their great behavior? Consider property upgrades as an incentive to continue taking good care of their rental property and stay living there longer. These property upgrades will not only keep your tenants happy but also increase your property&#8217;s value and serve as preventive maintenance.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Incentivizing good behavior from tenants is a great way to create benefits for both yourself and your renters. Troublesome renters will receive no benefits for their behavior, but those who behave well and respect your properties will have more reasons to continue living on your property. As such, implementing an incentive program that rewards the tenants who stay in their rentals long-term with minimal issues is an excellent way to improve your business as a landlord or property owner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal upgrade incentive for a great tenant is one that will benefit not only them but also you and the value of your property. Options such as exterior updates, improvements to the property\u2019s amenities, and high-tech upgrades can be a great way to improve the property\u2019s value and the quality of life for the people residing there. Visual updates can also be a great way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/easy-rental-property-upgrades-for-happier-tenants\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqO6BsQQzkzzxEbX6zzKtLXu17GrBWOzuOzRby0IZBbNPFfSouq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">improve your property value<\/a> and guarantee happy tenants.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1-Exterior-Upgrades.jpg\" alt=\"1 - Exterior Upgrades\" class=\"wp-image-24908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1-Exterior-Upgrades.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1-Exterior-Upgrades-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1-Exterior-Upgrades-600x158.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1-Exterior-Upgrades-768x202.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-exterior-upgrades\">Exterior Upgrades<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/learn\/exterior-home-improvements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exterior upgrades<\/a> are an excellent way to improve your property\u2019s appeal to your tenants, yourself, and any future tenants or buyers. Options for exterior upgrades include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Landscaping upgrades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repainting or replacing siding, windows, and\/or doors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refinishing driveways\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adding or upgrading security features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many more exterior upgrades you can implement, depending on your area, the property you own, and what you can justify and afford for your tenants. You can also perform some maintenance tasks or hire good maintenance people for tasks such as pressure washing the exterior of your house, which tenants appreciate, and which guarantees that these tasks will be done to take care of your property.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/exterior-upgrades-for-rental-properties-roundup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exterior Upgrades for Rental Properties Roundup<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-Replacing-Carpets-and-Flooring.jpg\" alt=\"2 - Replacing Carpets and Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-24909\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-Replacing-Carpets-and-Flooring.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-Replacing-Carpets-and-Flooring-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-Replacing-Carpets-and-Flooring-600x158.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-Replacing-Carpets-and-Flooring-768x202.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-replacing-carpets-and-flooring\">Replacing Carpets and Flooring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Carpets have a limited lifespan, and replacing them between tenants is often a necessity. However, a good tenant may warrant a carpet replacement as an upgrade incentive, as placing nicer carpet, or even replacing the carpet with laminate or wood flooring, can be a great way to both improve the value of your home and make your tenant greatly appreciative of the amenities you offer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Laminate or wood flooring prevents the concern of damage to a carpet upon the tenant\u2019s eventual move-out, as carpets are more likely to be stained, stinky, or sustain other damage. As such, this change will make your property lower-maintenance and keep it looking better for longer. This option is also ideal if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/practical-tips-to-pet-proof-your-rental-property\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">property is pet-friendly<\/a>, as carpet can be easily damaged by pets, especially if they are young, elderly, or otherwise accident-prone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/rental-upgrades-for-durability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rental Upgrades for Durability<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3-Painting-Walls.jpg\" alt=\"3 - Painting Walls\" class=\"wp-image-24910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3-Painting-Walls.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3-Painting-Walls-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3-Painting-Walls-600x158.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3-Painting-Walls-768x202.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-painting-walls\">Painting Walls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Painting your tenants\u2019 walls for them is an easy upgrade, and letting them pick the color enables them to have control over their living space. Since it\u2019s extremely common to paint between tenants anyway, you lose nothing by offering the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-paint-for-your-rental-property\/?srsltid=AfmBOooIs27K8DqvR39E9MFzDWPQDF9sSYABrPmh3I7rOSjJcrJzXE7b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">choice of wall color to your tenant<\/a>. This can also discourage tenants from painting without your consent, which means that you can ensure any painting is done properly and professionally. You can also set rules prohibiting any paint colors that may be difficult to cover between tenants, such as highly saturated shades of red or green.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/easy-rental-property-upgrades-for-happier-tenants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Rental Property Upgrades for Happier Tenants<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4-Kitchen-Upgrades.jpg\" alt=\"4 - Kitchen Upgrades\" class=\"wp-image-24911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4-Kitchen-Upgrades.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4-Kitchen-Upgrades-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4-Kitchen-Upgrades-600x158.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4-Kitchen-Upgrades-768x202.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kitchen-upgrades\">Kitchen Upgrades<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgraded kitchen appliances not only increase the value of your property, but also make for happy tenants. Everyone appreciates an upgraded refrigerator, stove, or dishwasher, and new, high-tech amenities can increase your property\u2019s overall value easily. Should you need to rent the property out again, these upgraded appliances will appeal to new renters as well. In many cases, upgraded appliances can enable higher rents for future tenants, due to the overall property value increase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also upgrade aspects of the kitchen such as the countertops, cabinets, and sinks. These upgrades will not only improve the appearance of the kitchen, but also keep it looking better for longer, as well as prevent further damage. A granite countertop will typically last longer than a laminate one, for example.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5-Final-Thoughts-2.jpg\" alt=\"5 - Final Thoughts\" class=\"wp-image-24912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5-Final-Thoughts-2.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5-Final-Thoughts-2-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5-Final-Thoughts-2-600x158.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5-Final-Thoughts-2-768x202.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many more options available to a landlord hoping to incentivize a great tenant. Any upgrade you may want to make to the property could appeal to a renter as well. While I have many suggestions for you, this list is not comprehensive, and any ideas could be excellent incentives. Consider discussing options with your tenants to see what would make the ideal tenant incentive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-reading-for-you\">Related Reading For You:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/outdoor-amenity-ideas-for-your-rental-property\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Outdoor Amenity Ideas For Your Rental Property<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/landscaping-planning-tips-for-your-rental-property\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Landscaping Planning Tips for Your Rental Property<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-maximize-peak-rental-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Tips to Maximize Peak Rental Season<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to reward your tenants for their great behavior? Consider property upgrades as an incentive to continue taking good care of their rental property and stay living there longer. These property upgrades will not only keep your tenants happy but also increase your property&#8217;s value and serve as preventive maintenance.&nbsp; Incentivizing good behavior from tenants 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