A new website created by a Marquette University researcher aims to help Milwaukee renters research prospective landlords and avoid properties with a history of code violations and eviction filings.
John Johnson, a Marquette University research fellow, created MKE Property Ownership.com using public records to help renters learn more about landlords and their track records. Users can search the address of any property they are interested in to find information.
“When you apply to rent an apartment, you have to tell the prospective landlord all kinds of things about yourself…” Johnson said.
“…but you may know next to nothing about the person you’re renting from,” Johnson said…