Natural disasters—and the damage they inflict—are unpredictable, and frantic preparation in the hours before a storm arrives can leave important tasks unfinished. If you own rental property in an area that’s at risk for hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, fires, or other...
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The two most appealing amenities to tenants
Everyone knows that turnover is what kills a rental property investment. As a landlord, you want to have features that, first and foremost, create a long-term tenant. That’s the number one goal: to have a place with assets that appeal to people who are going to stay a...
Landlords: Here’s how to save on your water bill
No property manager wants to pay too much for water. However, if those costs aren’t kept in check through good practices, the results can be much worse than a costly bill. Just ask the residents of a condo in DeKalb County, Georgia. In February, the condo’s property...
Raising rent without feeling guilty
Year-over-year inflation means that raising rent is inevitable for most landlords. However, it can be hard to pass the financial burden along to tenants, especially if they’re long-term and have a good track record. Here are three ways to increase rent without...
How to market your property in 2017
Between the holidays and the weather, winter can be a dead-zone for the rental industry. Although it may not be an ideal time for filling vacancies, it IS a great time to start preparing for the busy season ahead so that when the best time to rent...
Best Months to List Your Property
To keep vacancy numbers low, you’re obviously going to want to list your rental as soon as the previous tenant puts in their 30-day notice. However, if you’re in a position to be a little bit flexible, it could be beneficial to plan the dates you decide to list....