Should a Landlord Accept a Partial Rent Payment?

It’s no secret that when a tenant is late with their rent payment that it will put a strain on the landlord and property owner to pay the bills associated with that rental property. Even so, unexpected issues arise, sometimes even with the best of tenants. A lost job, an unexpected medical bill, or any […]

What Every Landlord Should Know about Tenant Turnover

The period between tenants – often referred to as the tenant turnover period – can be a hectic time. There’s a delicate balance between respecting the outgoing tenant, preparing and showing the rental, and welcoming the new tenant.  When working with an outgoing tenant, it’s important to go over the entire house and ensure everything […]

Everything You Need to Know About Tenant Criminal Reports

Research shows that 1 out of 3 young Americans have been arrested. While it‚Äôs important to know that not every arrest results in a charge or conviction, a landlord should always include a criminal report ‚Äì also referred to as a background check ‚Äì as part of their tenant screening process. Until a few years […]

Rental Property Damage and What You Can Do to Protect Your Investment

When you invest your hard-earned money into real estate, you’ll want to make sure you protect that investment. Part of that process is educating yourself on what could eat into your profits. One of the most significant profit-eaters is rental property damage. There’s good news here. Some property damage is entirely preventable. For the damage […]

Is Accepting Credit Cards for Online Rent Payments Worth It?

Cash used to be king, but in today’s digital society things are changing. Online bill pay has increased in recent years with recurring payments chief among those. And why not? The customer – or in your case, the tenant – sets up recurring payments and it’s paid on time, every time. No need to remember […]

7 Best Practices to Win the Bid for a Real Estate Investment

Growing your real estate investment portfolio as an individual landlord is not always easy. Today’s market is tight and investment buyers compete just as hotly for single and multifamily homes as home-buyers. This has led to an environment of bidding wars, sometimes even against commercial investors. How can you win the bid for the rental […]

Rental Documents Primer

Being a landlord is a full-time job, even if it’s supposed to be a part-time one. Between finding great tenants and answering those late-night calls about clogged toilets, it can sometimes feel like there’s a never-ending list of tasks to accomplish. One of the best ways to keep your business running smoothly is to organize […]

Rent Payment Trends: 5 Key Reasons Why You Need to Switch Online Rent Payments

Research shows that late rent payments is a number one concern for landlords and property managers. The more time you spend following up – calls, emails, texts… sometimes all of the above – is time that you can’t devote to the rest of your business. In the worst case scenarios, you lose even more time […]

How to Perform Tenant Screening and Respect Data Privacy

Investing in rental property also means investing in your tenants. Quality tenants keep your property clean, submit timely requests for any repairs, and leave less wear-and-tear on the house. They also pay on-time rent every month. But how do you know which applicants will become your best tenants? That is what the tenant screening process […]

Your Guide to Investing in Student Housing

Expanding your rental home portfolio requires consideration and strategy beyond just finding a home that is rentable and affordable. Each property is an investment and some locations offer a unique business model that you can benefit from. Affordable housing near any college or university, for example, will immediately become a candidate for student housing, a […]