As a landlord, you know that staying on top of all the responsibilities associated with managing rental properties can be a difficult task. Even if you have a small team to help you out, managing your property or properties can be a huge headache... (Read More)
Should you or shouldn't you include washers and dryers at your rental property? This is a question many landlords ask themselves.
On one hand, it can be an added value to tenants - another amenity that can be featured on a rental listing. It may... (Read More)
We all know that security deposits reduce the likelihood of your rental unit becoming damaged. What you might not realize, is that there's a right and wrong way to handle them. If you aren't careful, you might even run into legal issues.
Every... (Read More)
When you have multi-family units to manage, you can quickly become inundated with work. There are several things you need to navigate and expenses to be aware of. Here are a few things to consider:
Set ground rules
One of the first things you... (Read More)
When it comes to being a landlord, there are a lot of things you need to be aware of and a lot of things you need to do in order to keep your investment successful. One of the things you need to protect yourself and your investment is to keep... (Read More)
Have you been mulling over the idea of allowing tenants to pay their rent online? If so, take the time to read this blog. In it, we discuss several benefits of online rental payments.
1. It helps you stay competitive
In this day and age, many... (Read More)
Open floor plans have been the rage for some time. People love that they make a space look larger. It allows renters to have get-togethers with ease. Overall, it can give renters a great first impression, too. People with kids like to be able to see... (Read More)
When tenants are looking for a place to rent, one of the things they may notice is how secure the property is. People will feel better about renting a residence that makes them feel safe. Making a few improvements on the security front can help... (Read More)
As a landlord, you have a lot of responsibility. You need to be aware of housing laws, and how those laws affect your rental property; you need to keep up with maintenance demands; and you need to manage all of your financials.
If you're... (Read More)