Investing in a rental home often means getting a great deal on a property that needs some upgrades. With the overall goal to make your investment property appealing in order to get the highest rent rate possible, it is sometimes necessary to go beyond fixing the required damages that exist; sometimes, you need to take […]
Category Archives: Tips for Landlords
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Dec
Dec
Dealing with late rent payments can be frustrating and costly for landlords, especially when it’s a recurring problem. Late rent payments can even lead to more significant hassles, like going through the eviction process. That’s the last thing you want to deal with as a landlord! If you’re getting late rent payments from your tenants, […]
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Dec
Dec
Do you know those stubborn individuals who won’t budge even if the train is a few yards away? These people resist change, even if their livelihood depends on it. It’s a cliche, but the world, technology, and real estate are changing so fast that you might be out of business in the blink of an […]
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Nov
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The worst thing for any landlord is having a vacant property. Not only does vacancy mean no money is coming in, but landlords also have to invest time and money in finding new tenants. That said, the strongest rental businesses have low turnover among their tenants. This keeps their cash flow steady and reduces costs. […]
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Nov
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No landlord wants to deal with the inevitable cost and hassle that comes with eviction. However, it is sometimes necessary as a legal means for removing a problem tenant. As frustrating as the situation may be, landlords cannot resort to their own means of eviction. In fact, state laws are stringent regarding evicting a tenant, […]
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Nov
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The rental agreement is the most critical document to the success of a landlord-tenant relationship. However, many owners do not fully understand the legal implications of this document. As a result, some landlords opt for cookie-cutter leases that do not offer adequate protection instead of consulting a professional property manager or attorney. But ensuring the […]
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Nov
Nov
It may surprise some rental owners, but property management and property maintenance are not necessarily the same. For landlords, maintenance is just one item in a long list of responsibilities to keep a rental business running. Savvy investors look to professional management firms to maximize profits while avoiding the daily stresses associated with the rental […]
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Nov
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Many investors get drawn into the rental industry by the lure of passive income. After all, who would not be interested in extra money? Real estate is a solid investment, whether your goal is saving for a college fund, retirement, or added peace of mind. That said, investing in the rental industry is not without […]
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Nov
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There are two leading strategies for the average investor to actively create real estate income: buying rental properties or fixing up houses to sell. In today’s market, either strategy can be a good investment for property owners, though each one comes with different risks and benefits. The real question is not which is the better […]
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Oct
Would you ever consider leasing your Philadelphia rental property to a tenant you have never met? Most property owners would immediately say “no.” After all, meeting a prospective tenant in person leaves a valuable impression on you and ultimately helps determine whether they are a good fit for your property. But is there really a […]