It's not easy to maintain a good relationship with your landlord especially when they are difficult to deal with. Landlord and tenant fights are very common in Cameroon and most times are caused by some misunderstandings.

Here are some tips to help you live in peace with your landlord.

Read and understand your contract very well (Ask your questions and get answers before moving in)

For peace to reign, make sure that you read and understand your contract well. Ask questions where you don't understand especially when the contract is written in a language you are not really versed with. If you don't agree with certain terms and conditions on the contract, be open about it before signing. This will prevent you from having disagreements with your landlord during your stay. It doesn't only end at asking questions but also respecting the conditions the house comes with.

Make sure all repairs are done before you move in

If there are any repairs to be done by the landlord, then insist that they should be done before you move in. Most landlords get lazy to carry out repairs when you have already moved in.

Pay your bills on time

You know how anyone will react when you owe them money, so pay your bills on time and at least give an explanation before the time when you will have to pay. This will help you avoid embarrassments and fights with your landlord.

Be kind to your neighbours and co-tenants 

The behaviour of your neighbours doesn't depend on you but try to keep a cordial relationship with them because problems with your neighbours may end up being solved by your landlord.

Repair what you broke and leave the house in a good state when moving out

Repair and maintain the house so that you leave it in the state which you met it. Landlords get angry when their houses are destroyed by tenants.