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)

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)

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)

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)

If you're a landlord, then you know how busy things can get. It takes time to find new tenants, market properties, meet urgent needs, and the list goes on. Landlords with multiple properties can quickly become inundated with work. However, it's... (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)

As a residential landlord, you want to find the right tenants. Thoroughly screening your tenants can help you choose wisely. But, what will make your property more attractive to potential clientele? There are a few things you can do to help you... (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)