I am a single mom and have had a few things to 'mention' to him as he lives above me. But he is simpely an amazing landlord (and I have had bad ones). I want him to know that despite my complaints recently, I think he is an excellent landlord. He just bought this place 3 months ago and moved upstairs. I have had a few complaints for him but nothing that i consider huge (I would rather say if something is bugging me than getting angry about it and being passive agressively upset.. so if something bugs me, I just say it to the appropriate person). I want a gesture that will not come across like flirting as we are both single (which I would NOT be flirting anyway with my landlord). And I don't want to wait for Christmas. Any ideas?
2007-09-09 13:08:11 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Pay your rent on time and thank him for taking care of the complaints you mentioned. The feeling will be mutual, he will think you're an excellent tenant. If you have the time, do some small improvement things that don't cost much, such as plant flowers outside the building, pick up trash, rake some leaves, etc. He'll appreciate your efforts to keep the place looking nice.
If your child/children are old enough, enlist their help and make it a fun family activity. For example, rake leaves then go in and make hot cocoa or popcorn together. Or let them help pick out some flowers to plant. This will teach your children to take pride in where they live.
2007-09-09 13:13:51 · answer #1 · answered by Stimpy 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Just send him a gift basket. He's a man, so make it like food, but not girly food. Maybe a football basket if he's a fan. You can make it. Just put a six pack of coke, some pretzels and maybe some blank video tapes to tape the game. Then, include a thank you note that says something like "Just a little thank you for being so great lately. You are truly a great landlord (and trust me, I have had some bad ones) and wasn't sure you got told that enough. Have a great day! "
2007-09-09 13:16:04 · answer #2 · answered by Melissa D 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry but I respectfully disagree with most everyone else - I think virtually anything you do here will be inappropriate.
He is your landlord and a neighbor living right upstairs. Trust me on this. A relationship - and I mean any relationship other than standard landlord/tenet - will bring you nothing but grief. Forgetting the landlord part for a minute - NEVER date a neighbor.
I know you didn't say "DATE" but it is obvious from your question you are very much into him.
I smell trouble brewing. BACK OFF!!!
2007-09-09 13:20:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
some new people just bought out apartment about a year ago. they are really nice people. we have let them simply know by telling them that they are doing wonders to the place. they are getting things fixed, that the old landlords thought was a waste of money. if we have a complaint, they are right on it. they waste no time. you can let your landlord know how much he is appreciated without flirting with him. im sure he will not take your compliments as flirting.
2007-09-09 13:20:21 · answer #4 · answered by della 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Youre correct, good landlords are very hard to come by. My current landlord is excellent.
Just be kind toward them. When you see the landlord showing someone else an apartment, you will get an excellent chance to speak highly of them without seeming flirty.
2007-09-09 13:14:04 · answer #5 · answered by Harry Bastid 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Send a card.
Just say something like: Just a note to let you know how much I respect your accepting attitude when I voiced my complaints recently. Your prompt attention to my concerns is very much appreciated. Not every landlord would have been so accommodating. Again, I appreciate it very much.
Thank You,
Your Name
This wording or something similar should keep the relationship on a business level, and yet, let him know that you do respect and appreciate his attention to his duties as your landlord.
2007-09-09 13:21:32 · answer #6 · answered by Lady M 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just say thank you, you're one of the more better landlords I've dealt with, next time you speak to him. If you're that concerned about coming off as hitting on him, then give him a thank you gift, when you decide to move.
2007-09-09 13:43:16 · answer #7 · answered by Miss 6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put the rent in an envelope along with a 25 dollar gift card to a restaurant, make no mention of the gift card, express your currant concerns, hand him the envelope and return back to your unit.
2007-09-09 13:15:23 · answer #8 · answered by bender_xr217 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
make him some cookies or brownies or something like that and write a card saying what a great landlord he is.
2007-09-09 13:17:15 · answer #9 · answered by Jeff C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Next time when you see him just tell him you think he is a good landlord, just dont act flirtatious thats all...
2007-09-09 13:12:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋