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Practical tips for Ugandan landlords on collecting rent, issuing receipts, handling deposits and repairs, and keeping clear records.
Many landlords in Uganda still track rent in exercise books and WhatsApp messages. That works for one or two units, but quickly becomes hard to manage as you grow.
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A clear agreement sets the rent, payment dates, deposit and repair responsibilities, and reduces disputes. The Landlord and Tenant Act, 2022 sets out what agreements should cover.
Receipts protect both you and your tenant. Record mobile money transaction IDs and bank references against each payment.
Record each deposit, keep it separate from rent income, and document any deductions with photos and invoices when the tenant leaves.
Log each repair request, who fixed it, and what it cost. This helps you budget and shows tenants that you take maintenance seriously.
Each month you should be able to see rent due, rent collected, arrears, expenses and net income per property.
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