We all love to discover a great bargain, but when it comes to high-cost items like real estate, you can save thousands of dollars over the length of your investment. Still, we tend to gravitate towards the famously desirable, overpriced markets, even if they’re not affordable. If you can’t spare the cash to purchase a […]
As a landlord, you know your tenants’ pets have the potential to cause property damage — or even bodily harm. At the same time, you want to attract the best tenants possible, even if they have furry friends in their wake. For a long time, pet-friendly landlords have struck a balance by restricting certain breeds […]
Landlords need to use all possible tools at their disposal to facilitate the organization and management of their properties. Also, as a landlord, you are responsible for ensuring your tenants’ safety and making your properties a pleasant place to live. According to data on burglary rates, renters fall victim to burglaries more often than homeowners, […]
As a landlord, your main goal is to facilitate a steady stream of rental income. With more and more payment tools in the marketplace, many landlords are becoming more open to accepting credit card payments for rent. Like every other financial decision you make, letting your tenants pay their rent via credit card has both […]
As college students return to in-person learning nationwide, landlords everywhere are sighing in relief. With students back on campus, the demand for housing has skyrocketed, making it a lucrative opportunity for property owners in college towns. The College Board reported that college students at four-year public universities pay $11,510 for room and board per year, […]
For landlords looking to make a bit more on monthly rent payments, renting out multiplex apartments is a very attractive option. These rental properties offer the unique advantage of containing multiple distinct living units at a lower upfront cost than two separate units, as well as being easier to maintain and manage. Whether you’re a […]
Whether you’re an aspiring landlord, a guru of real estate, or somewhere in between, you probably know just how difficult it can be to find a great tenant. In some cases, it can be pretty challenging to find a tenant at all, let alone a good one or great one. One good practice is to […]
The housing market has been on a roller coaster for what seems like forever. It’s one of the most significant investments most people will make, and they want to make sure that it pays off. But what can you do to ensure that your property maintains its value? Investing in your home is one of […]
There are a few concepts every landlord has to know and make a habit of them. Examples include running tenant screening, signing a written rental agreement, and performing a move-out inspection. All of these simple actions that sometimes are overlooked by landlords and property managers around the world come with multiple benefits. You decrease your […]
Living in a rented property can be hard on people. Ultimately, it’s another layer of the unknown in a world full of uncertainty. Similarly, any landlord would want to keep good tenants for as long as possible — it saves plenty of money and trouble. Although both tenants and landlords might visit insurance agents to […]