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Investing in the Rental Market 101

Investing in the rental market can be a prudent way to build up your financial portfolio. Like anything worth doing, however, there’s the wise and thoughtful path and the hit or miss impulsive path. Taking time to study the industry and industry tools before you jump in pays off. Frankly, with the changes in technology, … Read More

Rental Property Clean-Up

Reducing the time between tenants is essential – after all, an empty rental doesn’t produce income. A plan for efficient repairs, updates, and cleanup makes a difference, whether you do it yourself or hire professionals. A thorough deep cleaning not only attracts tenants, but often reveals areas that need further attention. Furthermore, in our current … Read More

Do’s and Don’ts for Landlords – Part 2

You and your tenant:  In Part I, we shared do’s and don’ts for investing in a rental property. In today’s blog, we talk about what happens after you sign the dotted line, and the rental game begins. Do’s Remember, this is a business relationship. You are ‘selling’ a product/service – a place to live with … Read More

Do’s and Don’ts for Landlords – Part 1

Before you invest: Stepping into the rental property market can be a great opportunity. These do’s and don’ts will help you know if it’s the right opportunity for you. Do’s Study the market – and yourself. Take time to answer the following questions. We’re not talking quick responses. Do the research. What is the best … Read More

Celebrating July 4th Safely

“We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it.”  – William Faulkner As you and your family and friends celebrate our nation’s 244th birthday, pause to give thanks for a country that still stands 244 years after our founding fathers penned those memorable words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, … Read More

Our Partnership with CarbonFund.org

We’re pleased to announce that we’ve recently partnered with CarbonFund.org. We believe that we all have a responsibility to care for the world we live in. While business activity can contribute negativity to the environment, we feel that businesses can also make positive and meaningful steps towards preserving our earth with their actions. With that in … Read More

Creating Curb Appeal

Attracting and retaining reliable renters in your rental property can be a challenge. Many landlords put a lot of thought into layout, flooring, the right colors, lighting, and the list continues. While these are essential, it is equally vital to take time for landscaping, or in other words, curb appeal. Before a potential tenant steps … Read More

Choosing the Rental Price for Your Property

You’ve invested in a rental property, and you’re looking for a worthwhile ROI. You want a rental price that will attract potential tenants, but also ensure you’re getting a fair rate and return on your investment. So, how do you find that sweet spot? Start with Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)  In other words, how much … Read More

Making Memorial Day Memorable

Memorial Day – which is often referred to as the kick-off weekend for summer, has a much richer meaning than family fun. May 1868: General John Logan, decreed May 30 as a national day of commemoration for Americans killed in the civil war. May 1890: By this year, every state of the Union had adopted … Read More

Should I Switch My Vacation Rental to Long-Term Rental?

The 2020 Pandemic is leaving a big footprint on short term vacation rentals. Not only are open weeks remaining open, but booked weeks also have been canceled. Thanks to some extenuating circumstance guidelines, many cancellations have been penalty-free for the renter. Unfortunately for the landlords, there aren’t any breaks on mortgage payments, insurance, utilities, etc. … Read More