Real Property Management
Why Veterans Should Invest In Rentals
As a veteran, you have a unique set of skills and background experience that can make rental real estate investing a great fit. In fact, the discipline and resilience you developed during your military service are the same qualities that contribute to success as a rental property owner. What is ...
What to Do If Your Tenant is a Hoarder
Dealing with a tenant who hoards can be a situation that is both very challenging and delicate for any rental property owner and manager. In recent years, hoarding has been recognized as a psychological disorder that can affect people in every age range, income level, and demographic. This makes it ...
Always Visit a Turnkey Rental Property Before Buying
Always Do At Least One Site Visit Before Purchasing—Even If The Property Isn’t Located Near You. Buying a turnkey rental property is one way to build a successful and relatively "hands-off" real estate investment portfolio. Even so, you should be personally involved in every aspect of selecting and verifying the ...
How to Prep Your Rental Property for Inclement Weather
For rental property owners and managers, unpredictable weather can present a real challenge. From heavy rain and snowstorms to extreme heat and high winds, inclement weather can wreak havoc in the most unexpected ways. While you may not always be able to predict what the weather will do, you can ...
Modernize an Outdated Property to Boost Your ROI
In such a competitive rental market, it can be difficult for older homes to compete against modern updated homes, particularly if an older home requires certain updates. The professionals at Real Property Management work with property owners to ensure a maximum return on investment, including making upgrades in older homes ...
Should You Do Multiple Tenant Leases?
For many property owners in the single-family rental home market, the ideal tenant is a one-lease long-term tenant. But in some locations it might make more sense to offer multiple tenant leases for a single-family property. Especially if your rental home is in a college town or in areas where ...
How to Protect Your Investment Property and Maximize Your Return
If you’ve leaped INTO single-family rental property ownership, chances are you have one main goal: to make a profit. Investing in rental real estate can be very lucrative. To make it pay and get the best possible return, however, you still have to use smart strategies. The good news is ...
Rental Property Updates that Make Investor’s Lives Easier
As a rental property owner, you already understand that keeping your rental properties updated is crucial for maximizing returns and ensuring tenant satisfaction in the long term. But not all updates are worth your time and energy to make. In today's competitive market, the right property updates can make all ...
Five Profitable Moves That Rental Property Owners Make
Successful rental property owners typically invest in more than rental homes. They also cultivate good business practices that enhance their overall profitability. Owning rental properties and building a real estate investment portfolio takes dedication and hard work. There are five key steps that, if practiced regularly, can help maximize both ...
How To Attract Gen Z & Millennial Tenants
In today's dynamic rental market, attracting the next generation of tenants—namely, Gen Z and Millennials—is your key to maintaining a thriving property. These tech-savvy and value-conscious renters have preferences and expectations that are distinct from other generations of renters. To make the most of this demographic, you need to understand ...
What to Look for in a Property Management Company
Make sure the company you hire can meet the demands of property management 24/7. Managing a rental property is a full-time job. Property owners who desire more free time may consider hiring a residential property management company to take some of the burdens of rental ownership off their shoulders. Several ...
Best Exterior Features to Attract Tenants to Your Rental Properties
In a competitive rental market, rental property owners need to have their property exteriors on point. First impressions are very important to prospective tenants; in fact, their overall impression of your property could be made before they even make it through the front door. Rental properties with high curb appeal ...
How to Turn an Inherited Property into Income for Your Family
Inheriting a house or other real estate can be both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, it offers a valuable asset that has the potential to provide long-term financial benefits for your family. On the other hand, deciding what to do with an inherited property can be overwhelming, ...
How to Make Rentals Senior Friendly
As the U.S. population ages, the demand for rental properties that cater to the unique needs of seniors is on the rise. In recent years, the burden of homeownership is something that an increasing number of retirees are opting out of. With larger numbers of renters and tenants in their ...
Best Practices for Investors with Out-of-State Rental Properties
If you’re looking to diversify your rental property portfolio, investing in rental properties outside of your local area may be one of the best ways to expand your horizons and maximize your returns. There are many reasons to look out of state for rental properties, not the least of which ...
What to Look for in a Property Management Company
A property management company can take the stress out of owning a rental property. Managing a rental property is a full-time job. For property owners who desire a little more free time, hiring a residential property management company is an excellent way to take some of the burdens of rental ...
How to Build a Long-Distance Real Estate Investing Team
For investors in the long-distance rental real estate industry, building a team you can trust is one of the most important tools for success. Buying and managing single-family rental properties at a distance can be one of the most rewarding investment options available. But doing so profitably requires a team ...
Reasons Why Spring is the Time for Buying and Selling Rental Property
The arrival of spring, with its warmer temperatures and beautiful blooms, coincides with an increase in rental market activity. Part of the reason for this increase is due to tenant preferences. But for rental property investors, there are other key reasons why spring is a prime time for buying and ...
Best Intangible Features You Need to Attract Tenants
As a property owner, you already know that getting and keeping your rental property in good condition is one of the best ways to achieve long-term profitability. But other than a clean and well-kept property, there are a few intangible features you can offer that might help you attract higher ...
What to Look for in a Property Management Company
Managing a rental property is a full time job, and for those property owners who desire a little more free time, hiring a residential property management company is an excellent way to take some of the burden of rental ownership off of your shoulders. There are a number of companies ...
Prepare for the Busy Rental Period to Shorten Vacancies
During the winter months, many properties see their lowest rental rates, negatively affecting the overall cashflow for the owner. In some areas, rain and snow have also taken their toll on the property, leaving it less favorable going into the busiest rental season. Leasing the property in this condition could ...
Should You Do Multiple Tenant Leases?
For many property owners in the single-family rental home market, the ideal tenant is a one-lease long-term tenant. But in some locations it might make more sense to offer multiple tenant leases for a single-family property. Especially if your rental home is in a college town or in areas where ...
When You Should (and Shouldn’t) Pull Out Equity from Your Rental Property
Investing in single-family rental properties brings many rewards, but perhaps none can grow an investor’s wealth better than equity. As residential real estate appreciates and any related mortgage principal is paid down, the equity on a property can become a significant asset on any balance sheet. When this happens, you ...
Evaluating Rental Rates and Knowing When to Raise the Rent
As a rental real estate investor, knowing how to evaluate the local rental market and set accurate rental rates is essential to long-term profitability. In fact, the rental rate should be one of the important calculations you make before you even buy an investment property. It’s also important to re-evaluate ...
Are Your Residents Holding Large, Noisy Celebrations? How to Manage Resident Parties
Part of living a full and happy life is celebrating holidays with family and friends. But what happens if your residents like to throw large, noisy parties at your rental property? As a property owner, it’s important to know what can be done about resident parties and why you should ...
