Carolina Living Guarantees cover the cost to repair damages caused by approved pets exceeding the security deposit up to $500.

$500 Pet GUARANTEE

Conditions for Carolina Living Real Estate’s Pet Damage Guarantee:

• Carolina Living Real Estate must have approved the pets & the tenant must be on a Carolina Living Real Estate Lease.
• Damage by unauthorized animals is not covered
• Carolina Living Real Estate will determine what is considered pet damage & repairs must be made by an approved vendor

***The Federal Fair Housing Act does NOT consider Emotional Support or Service Animals “pets” under the lease.

WHY OWNERS SHOULD OFFER A PET FRIENDLY HOME:

• The American Veterinary Association estimates that 50% of renters have pets and that 35% of those without pets said that they would have pets if allowed by landlords
• Pet-friendly properties rent in about half the time with twice as many applicants as properties not allowing pets
• Renters with pets tend to stay in a property longer resulting in less turnover & reduced expenses due to vacancy
• Happier Tenants – Studies have shown that owning a pet can improve happiness, well-being, and health