It is important to be the best tenant you can be, for a variety of reasons. You need your landlord’s good graces, even after you have moved out of your apartment or rental home.

There are many things you can do to be a good tenant, and they are actually quite easy. For example, simply paying your rent when it is due every month goes a long way towards making you a desirable tenant. Late payments are allowed in the event of an emergency, but you never want to make a habit out of it.

You also need to maintain both your home and your yard — or your part of the yard, if your landlords are on site. Just keep things neat and tidy, to prevent as much wear and tear as you can.