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Category Archives: Tips for New Landlords

Selling vs Renting Your Investment Property in Today’s Changing Market

To sell or rent – that is the question. However, the answer is not a simple one. Owning rental properties can be a lucrative long-term investment and provide a steady source of monthly income. That said, many areas across the country are experiencing a strong sellers’ market, leaving owners wondering if they should cash in […]

10 Strategies For Landlords to Increase Tenant Retention Rates

Any landlord or property owner knows that one of the most expensive parts of a rental business is tenant turnover. Therefore, finding ways to increase tenant retention is one of the most important things a landlord can do. That said, while finding a great tenant takes work, keeping them around requires just as much, if […]

How to Write the Perfect Tenant Welcome Letter for Your Rental

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Making the right first impression is essential for both tenants and landlords. Therefore, as a property owner, providing new residents with a Tenant Welcome Letter is crucial in the rental process. Welcome letters greet residents while also providing them with vital information and policies. The move-in process can be a hectic and stressful time, so […]

7 Simple Tips for Succeeding as an Out-of-Town Landlord

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Being an out-of-town landlord presents a unique set of challenges. For instance, not only do you have to handle typical landlord tasks like performing inspections, responding to emergencies, and screening tenants properly – you have to do it all without the ability to travel to your property as needed easily.  But don’t let that stop […]

4 Things Landlords Should Know Before Renting a Property with a Pool

For some tenants, renting a property with a pool can be the ultimate rental property amenity. They might envision themselves hosting neighborhood barbecues near the water, spending an afternoon relaxing on a raft in the pool, or helping their kids learn how to swim. Plus, a swimming pool adds value to the property overall, which […]

How to Handle Breach of Quiet Enjoyment Complaints in Your Rental

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How many of us have ever had to deal with an incessantly noisy neighbor or other disruptive circumstances? It happens, and when it does, it creates a sometimes hostile but always unenjoyable experience. For landlords, handling complaints from tenants may bring up the phrase “covenant of quiet enjoyment.” Although it may sound obscure, this legal […]

DIY Rental Property Repairs Every Landlord Needs to Know

DIY Rental Property Repairs Every Landlord Needs to Know

Maintenance and repairs are some of the biggest expenses for rental property owners. However, learning how to complete simple DIY repairs and knowing when to call experts is important to managing costs. For example, unclogging a toilet could be an easy DIY fix, but hiring a professional plumber can run anywhere from $150 to $700! […]

What is Subletting? What Every Landlord Needs to Know

Finding the right tenant for your rental property could prove to be a tedious process. After going to all of that effort, what happens when the tenant skips town, leaving your apartment sublet to someone else? What could easily become a landlord’s worst nightmare is also an avoidable situation. Join us below as we explain […]

How to Avoid Rental Scams & Protect Yourself From Fraud

For as long as the rental industry has been around, scammers have been looking to take advantage of both landlords and tenants. Whether you are searching for or listing an apartment to rent, understanding the potential for scams will help keep you protected. So, join us below as we discuss common tenant scams, what to […]

How to Choose the Best Contractors for Your Rental Property

Maintenance in a rental property is inevitable. But, how can investors be sure they are hiring the right person for the job? Rental property contractors are typically easy to find, but investors need to find the right person for the job at hand. That said, finding a reputable, licensed contractor is more complicated than it […]