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Simple Upgrades to Make to Your Rental Unit

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When you own one or more rental units, there comes a time when you have to make some upgrades to your space. Whether you’re renting out an entire home, a double, a townhouse, or an apartment complex, your prospective tenants will expect a modern-looking, clean space with relatively new amenities. However, it’s not exactly cost-effective… Read more »

What Makes a Good Tenant?

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If you’re renting out a home or apartment, chances are you’re looking for the perfect tenant. While that may be an elusive goal, most property owners will gladly settle for a good tenant. Of course, it can be difficult to find one, and to know for sure before you agree to let them move in…. Read more »

What Makes a Good Property Manager?

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If you’re a relatively new landlord who owns more than one home or rental unit, you may not have much experience handling the type of issues that are likely to pop up in those locations. This is why so many landlords hire a property manager or management company to take care of those issues for… Read more »

What You Need to Know About Credit Scores Before You Rent

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The rental process can be stressful for tenants and landlords alike. There are a lot of factors that go into choosing the right apartment and, for landlords, choosing the right tenants. One important thing you may be overlooking as a potential tenant is credit score. Many landlords like to see a credit score of at… Read more »

Tips for Property Owners Next Tax Season

With income tax season just finished, the headache of getting your filings done is still fresh in your memory. If you own a rental property, you know all the more about how overwhelming it can be to complete your taxes. That’s why we’ve compiled a few tips and time-savers that will help you next year,… Read more »

4 Reasons to Choose an Experienced Property Manager

If you own a rental property, you understand the difficulties that come with its day-to-day operations. Whether it be finding new and trustworthy tenants, taking care of your current tenants’ maintenance needs, collecting rent or anything in between, it can sometimes all feel like an impossible task. Luckily, there are professional property management companies available… Read more »

3 Things Property Owners Look for In a Tenant

When it comes to choosing the right tenant for a rental home, there are several things that property owners and managers look for. It is no surprise that you will need proof of income/employment to show you can pay your rent each month, but there are several other things that landlords look for including your… Read more »

Tips for First Time Landlords

If you have recently purchased a property and have made the decision to rent it out to tenants, there are several things you can do to ensure a seamless rental process. Being a first-time landlord can come with a lot of stress and may feel overwhelming at times, so it’s important to have a plan… Read more »