Karl Krentzel/EXP Realty

Karl Krentzel/EXP Realty Full time Realtor with 30 Years Experience helping Renters, Buyers, and Sellers in Tucson!

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02/12/2026

Scammers trying to to trick the public with my listing on Marketplace... Sorry Charlie, I've got software that just nuked your ad...

Natalie W. is an Air Force officer who was overseas and transferring to Davis Monthan AFB… she needed to move quickly, a...
01/22/2026

Natalie W. is an Air Force officer who was overseas and transferring to Davis Monthan AFB… she needed to move quickly, and so I was able to find her a beautiful 3/2 home just minutes from the Base. Not only was it found quickly, but I helped her negotiate the lease agreement, saving her $1200 per year in rent!

If you are looking for a great home, or need a qualified tenant, contact me today!

Have a rental sitting vacant in Tucson?A vacant home is not “free.”It is lost rent, utilities, yard care, HOA fees, insu...
01/06/2026

Have a rental sitting vacant in Tucson?

A vacant home is not “free.”
It is lost rent, utilities, yard care, HOA fees, insurance exposure, and time you do not get back.

I help Tucson homeowners place a qualified tenant quickly without locking you into a property management contract.

Here’s how it works:

1. You stay in full control of your property

2. No long-term management agreements

3. I step in only where needed

4. Tenant screening, verification, and paperwork done correctly

5. You choose the tenant. I reduce the risk.

This service is ideal for:

* Self-managing landlords

* Accidental or first-time landlords

* Owners selling later but needing income now

* Anyone who wants help without giving up control

Even one extra vacant month can cost thousands in lost rent and carrying costs.
The right tenant, placed correctly, protects your cash flow and your property.

If you want to talk through options or see if this makes sense for your situation, call or text me.

📞 520-403-6227

Karl Krentzel
Tucson Tenant Placement and Problem Property Specialist
eXp Realty

Nice low cost rental now available in Palo Verde Addition.  2/1 for $1250/mo.  Will go fast! DM me today for a quick sho...
01/06/2026

Nice low cost rental now available in Palo Verde Addition. 2/1 for $1250/mo. Will go fast! DM me today for a quick showing!

Winter might actually be the BEST time to rent in Tucson 🌵This surprises a lot of people.While much of the country is de...
12/18/2025

Winter might actually be the BEST time to rent in Tucson 🌵

This surprises a lot of people.

While much of the country is dealing with snow, ice, and freezing temps, Tucson renters get mild days, sunshine ☀️, and the ability to actually explore neighborhoods comfortably.

Here is what I see every winter.

Renters slow down and make better decisions.
You can see how a home feels during real daily use.
You notice natural light, heating, insulation, traffic, and noise.
You are not rushing just to beat the heat.

On the market side, landlords tend to be more flexible right now.
Homes that sat earlier in the year get adjusted.
Qualified tenants often have more options and more leverage.

The renters who do best are not the ones who panic.
They ask questions.
They compare.
They choose the right home, not just the fastest one.

If you or someone you know is thinking about renting in Tucson in the next 30 to 90 days, winter is a smart time to start the conversation 💬

📢 Important Update for Tucson Landlords: New ESA Court Ruling You Should Know AboutA recent federal court decision may c...
12/03/2025

📢 Important Update for Tucson Landlords: New ESA Court Ruling You Should Know About

A recent federal court decision may change how landlords across the country handle Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) in rental properties. 🐾🏡

This ruling came from the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana in the case Henderson v. Five Properties, LLC (July 2025).

📚 What Actually Happened in the Case

In 2022, a tenant named Michaela Henderson lived at an apartment community in Harahan, Louisiana. She paid a standard pet fee for her dog, Tydus, when she moved in.

A year later, she moved to another property owned by the same company and requested that the new $400 pet fee be waived, claiming Tydus was an Emotional Support Animal. She provided a letter from a medical professional stating the dog supported her mental health.

The landlord allowed the dog but did not waive the fee. Henderson filed a disability discrimination claim, arguing that the fee waiver was a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and Louisiana Equal Housing and Equal Opportunity Act (LEHOA).

The central question became:
Is a landlord legally required to waive a pet fee simply because a tenant claims an ESA?

⚖️ What the Court Decided

Judge Sarah Vance ruled in favor of the landlord. Here’s why:

1. ❗ Necessity

The tenant must prove that waiving the fee is essential for them to use and enjoy the home.
In this case:

The tenant admitted she could afford the fee.

The landlord even offered payment installments.

There was no evidence that waiving the fee was medically necessary.

2. 💰 Reasonableness

The fee must cause a genuine financial hardship.

The $400 fee, spread over 15 months, was about 3 percent of her total rent.

The court said this was not burdensome.

3. 📝 HUD Guidance Is Not Binding

The judge noted that HUD guidelines are not law and do not automatically force landlords to waive fees.
Every situation must be reviewed case by case, not rubber-stamped.

🔍 What This Means for Landlords

✔ You can still request proper ESA documentation
✔ You are not required to waive pet fees unless the tenant proves necessity and reasonableness
✔ Having an ESA does not automatically eliminate all fees
✔ Document every ESA request carefully
✔ Evaluate each case individually to remain compliant
✔ This ruling strengthens a landlord’s ability to charge reasonable fees when justified

If you are a Tucson landlord and want help navigating ESA requests, tenant screening, or placing qualified tenants, I can help you stay compliant and protect your investment. 🏠🔒

Karl Krentzel, eXp Realty
Tucson’s Problem Property Specialist

📩 Message me with questions about your rental or if you need help placing a great tenant.

🔥 Busy Monday in Tucson Rentals 🔥Even on November 26, people are out there looking for homes.Today alone I talked to 35 ...
11/27/2025

🔥 Busy Monday in Tucson Rentals 🔥
Even on November 26, people are out there looking for homes.

Today alone I talked to 35 people and set 6 appointments to show rentals all over Tucson. My Marketplace inbox has been full since early this morning, and the demand is strong for clean, well priced homes.

If you know anyone who needs a qualified tenant, please tag them or send them my way. I can help them fill their vacancy fast and safely.

Tucson’s rental market does not slow down. It just gets more competitive.
If you or someone you know needs a tenant, I am here to help!

🏡 New Rental Listing Alert – Beautiful 2017 Home $1950/moAvailable December 31,2025This well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bat...
11/26/2025

🏡 New Rental Listing Alert – Beautiful 2017 Home $1950/mo
Available December 31,2025

This well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home includes a den, a spacious great room, and an upgraded kitchen featuring staggered cabinets, stainless steel appliances, gas range, RO system, island, microwave, and side-by-side refrigerator.

🛁 Both bathrooms offer dual sinks with cultured marble counters.
🧱 Tile flooring in the main areas with upgraded carpet in the bedrooms.
🖥 A versatile bonus room works perfectly as an office or dining area.
🌳 The large landscaped backyard backs to open common space for added privacy.

If you’d like more details or want to schedule a viewing, feel free to reach out.

11/26/2025

Coming 12/31/25. Clean 4 bed, 2 bath rental. Call for today’s rental price.

11/15/2025

Looking for a clean and convenient Central Tucson rental?

This 2 bedroom home has:
✔ Spacious living area
✔ Tile floors
✔ Private fenced yard
✔ Big garage with included washer and dryer!
✔ Minutes to U of A, Banner, and Reid Park

Cats welcome with deposit.
Listed by Karl Krentzel at eXp Realty.
DM me to schedule a showing.

🏡 Central Tucson 2 Bedroom Near U of A!Beautiful and clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in a prime Central Tucson location min...
11/15/2025

🏡 Central Tucson 2 Bedroom Near U of A!

Beautiful and clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in a prime Central Tucson location minutes from the University of Arizona, Banner Medical, and Reid Park.

✨ Features:
• Bright and spacious living area
• Tile flooring
• Large 1 car garage with laundry hookups (great for storage or a workshop)
• Private fenced backyard
• Washer and Dryer Included!
• Off-street parking

🐱 Cats allowed with pet deposit

Listed by Karl Krentzel at eXp Realty
DM me for details or to schedule a showing.

Address

5055 E. Broadway C-215
Tucson, AZ
85712

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Tuesday 8am - 9pm
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Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 1pm - 9pm

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+15204036227

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