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A Landlord’s Guide to Credit References for Rentals

The Big Picture On Credit References: Utilizing credit references is crucial for landlords in distinguishing responsible tenants from potential problem renters. Landlords are advised to rigorously verify the authenticity of…

Should I Pay Off My Mortgages or Invest in New Rental Properties?

The Big Picture On Should You Pay Off Your Mortgages Or Invest In New Properties? Maintaining some level of debt can be strategically advantageous, as it allows for leverage in…

How Many Mortgages Can You Have as an Investor?

The Big Picture On How Many Mortgages Can You Have As A Real Estate Investor: Real estate investors can often have more than one mortgage at a time, with some…

How to Increase Rent Without Losing Tenants (PLUS: Free Raise the Rent Letter)

The Big Picture On How To Increase Rent Without Losing Tenants: Understanding local rental laws is essential for legally implementing rent increases, ensuring landlords comply with specific regulations regarding notice…

Proof of Residence Letter Sample: How to Write an Affidavit of Residence

The Big Picture On Writing A Proof Of Residence (With Samples): Writing a proof of residence is an easy process that can be broken down into even easier steps. Alternatively,…

10 Items To Check in a DIY Rental Property Inspection

Here are 10 items to check in a do-it-yourself rental property inspection to both plan preventative maintenance and build tenant trust. By Phil Schaller Conducting a periodic informational inspection/walkthrough of…

A Different Kind of AI For Landlords

There is a different kind of AI for landlords – Actual Information – and a caution for landlords on how to react to tenant information provided by background screening companies…

What All Landlords Should Know About Eviction in Their State

What To Know About State Eviction State Eviction Processes The federal government leaves it up to the states to determine eviction procedures and regulations. As a result, the eviction process…

New Apartment Construction Steadily Being Absorbed

Multifamily rents continue to rise slightly as the market absorbs the steady supply of new apartments, Yardi Matrix says in the April National Multifamily Report. “Although rent growth remains moderate,…

HUD Warns About Using AI for Tenant Screening and Advertising

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued two guidance documents addressing the application of the Fair Housing Act to two areas in which the use of…