A vital part of being a landlord is rent collection. Rent collection is more than just telling your tenants how much is due and when it is due. It is important that you have a good rent collection method in place for you and your tenants if you want to get paid on time.  An…

A quality tenant impacts your profit overtime on your investment. It all starts with knowing the importance of screening. It is key that you conduct a criminal background check, credit check, rental history, verification, and income verification on each application. Choosing the wrong tenant will create stress, waste your time and you may lead to…

Rent collection is a very important factor when managing a property, so deciding what method you should use is a critical decision. There are many ways to collect rent but not all of them have the same benefits. You want a seamless and effortless rent collection method. Online payment is the best option out there.…

The ADA is a civil rights law created in 1990 that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The ADA was created to ensure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.…

A rental listing is the first impression of your property. How well you market your property will have a huge impact on how quickly it gets rented. When you list your property on the internet, you will be competing with hundreds of other rental properties, especially if you are listing in high season. On average,…

COVID-19 has made industries change their way of working and property management is no exception. Nowadays creating a video walkthrough is essential. In this time of social distancing, video walkthroughs can be a safe way of showcasing your property without putting potential tenants and yourself at risk. So if you don’t already do video walkthroughs…

Nowadays most people own a pet, whether it is a cat, a dog, or any other sort of animal. According to 2019-2020, National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) 85 million families of U.S households own a pet. Allowing pets will help you remain competitive in the market and give…

If your old tenant just moved out or you just bought a new house and decided to rent out your old one, then it is the perfect time to do some property renovations. You have to see renovations as adding value to your investment. Renovations will help you keep your investment in great shape, get…

Today we are going to talk about the 1031 Exchanges. We are going to help you determine what it is, and help you decide if you should use it for your real estate investment strategy. The 1031 exchange can be a powerful tool.    What is capital gains tax?  Capital assets are investments such as…