Ways to Lower Your Real Estate Investment Risks as a Landlord
The Big Picture On Ways to Lower Your Real Estate Investment Risks: Focus on predictable rental income rather than speculative property value increases. Account for all costs, including vacancies, maintenance,…
How Do I Get a Tenant to Remove Backyard Trampoline?
Tenants with a kiddie pool or a backyard trampoline can present liability issues for landlords. In this week’s Ask Landlord Hank question he discusses the issue of what to do…
A Third of Property Managers are Offering Rent Concessions
More property managers offered rent concessions in July as rent growth has slowed in some parts of the country, new data from Zillow shows. “The share of rental listings on…
In 2024, Most Single-Family Landlords are Cautious
A new survey has found that most single-family rental landlords are cautious in 2024 – neither bullish or bearish about investment, according to the data analytics company Resiclub. The survey…
Can I Adjust the Rent if A New Tenant Is Added To The Lease?
Adding a new tenant to a lease is a question that comes up from time to time. In this week’s Ask Landlord Hank question he discusses the issue or adjusting…
Engaging User Generated Content and Influencers to Attract Tenants
Many property owners and property managers are unaware of the power of social media such as user generated content and influencers to attract tenants so here are some best practices.…
The Insurance Secret Every Property Owner Needs to Know
By Andres Dominguez III When determining the true value of your rental property, Zillow’s Zestimate might come to mind. However, in insurance, the most crucial valuation is the Replacement Cost.…
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Highest-ROI Renovations to Do Before Selling a Home
The Big Picture On The Best Renovations Before Selling Your Home: Focus on curb appeal and first impressions, including updating the front door, landscaping, and power washing the exterior. Simple…
Secrets to Sell Your Property Faster: Proven Tips for Success
The Big Picture On The Secrets to Sell Your Property Fast: Sell your property faster by using professional photos and virtual tours, engaging neighbors, providing detailed listings, and strategically pricing…
Invest in Real Estate with a 401(k): Everything You Need to Know
The Big Picture on How to Invest in Real Estate With a 401(k): Publicly traded REITs, borrowing from a 401(k), and using self-directed IRAs or 401(k)s are some of the…