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)

We all know that a residential investment can be very lucrative. However, it can also come with some headaches. How can a landlord safeguard themselves and reduce trouble down the road? There are actually a few things you can do to help lower... (Read More)

The best property managers are concerned with providing a stellar customer service experience to tenants of all abilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) “prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of... (Read More)

While you may be a landlord because you're motivated by the income opportunity, you can't approach the tenant relationship as such. The relational aspect can't be overstated. You need to treat it as more than a business transaction. Here's how to do... (Read More)

You're a busy person and your time is valuable. You may even have another job on top of being a landlord, which can make your time even more scarce. That's why it's important to make sure you're saving yourself as much time as possible. In this... (Read More)

According to Murphy's Law, if something can go wrong, it will. That’s why as a landlord, you'll want to set aside resources to pay for unexpected emergencies ranging from a leaky roof to new carpeting. Here are three ways to make sure you're... (Read More)

Are you struggling with high turnover or low occupancy in your rental units? Your strategy (or lack-thereof) may be to blame. Your marketing should be active, not passive. Hint: a basic "for rent" sign won't do. Following are effective and creative... (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)

There are a lot of perks of owning real estate. It's a great investment. Plus, it provides passive income. Your time is valuable and a passive income allows you to make money without investing hours upon hours. You can literally be making money in... (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)