Rental income is your revenue. It's what keeps your venture afloat. But how do you choose the right rental rate and what avenue do you use to accept monthly payments? As a landlord, it's important to consider both of these aspects to ensure that... (Read More)
As you know, one of the top responsibilities that landlords have is dealing with property maintenance. Even if your property is in tip-top shape when you buy it, you'll need to do some things to keep your property maintained, and eventually, there... (Read More)
We all know that finding the right tenants is an important task for residential landlords. The right tenants will pay their rent on time, take care of the property well and won't look to cause issues. But, making the wrong choice when it comes to... (Read More)
One bad apple can really put a damper on things. Yes, it's true — failing to properly screen your rental applicants can really cost you in more ways than one.
So how do you avoid falling prey to such a disaster? Look no further than this list... (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)
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)
As a residential landlord, it's important to regularly invest in renovations. The right renovations can entice tenants to rent and increase the value of the rental. However, if too much money is spent during renovations, you may end up losing money... (Read More)
One of the nice things about renting a property is that the majority of maintenance issues can be handled by someone else. You typically won't need to hire a vendor to come in and handle issues that pop up.
This can be a tremendous relief for... (Read More)
When a tenant is looking around for an apartment, they will try to find a property that fits their needs. One of the ways they do this is by trying to picture themselves in the property and what it might look like furnished. If you're renting an... (Read More)