Property Management News
In the age of social media and online rating sites, the majority of potential renters start searching for a place to live using some type of mobile device or desktop computer. By using popular rental sites or Google searches, they start narrowing the rental field without even seeing properties in person. This is why, as an owner of a rental property, you must be sure you are maximizing your rental property’s online profile and presentation. Of course, you can do this on your own. You can take the time to encourage all renters to go online and rate you. You can play with search engine optimization (SEO) and make sure your online pictures are at the right resolutions. You can monitor... Read more
Move over, Marriott. Hotels were once the default lodging option for travelers, but in recent years, demand has boomed for vacation rentals in private homes. And...
An analysis of millions of credit reports comparing financial behavior patterns of those who currently rent and those who have a current mortgage revealed that tens of...
Turn on HGTV or any number of other channels almost anytime during the day or night and you’re bound to find at least a couple of shows about flipping houses. Some...
It’s tax season again. If you own a rental property, your tax strategy is more complex than for the home you live in. Here are some important tax tips for rental...
Having a rental property that’s attractive to college students is a good thing. By having a college-accessible rental property, you are guaranteeing a long line of potential tenants. As long as there is a university, students will need nearby housing. Of course, there are some things to keep in mind if you own rental property in a college town: Set your price appropriately. There is demand by college students but if your price is too high, your house won’t rent. By considering the tuition price the average college student in your town pays, you can easily gauge the amount of rent you can ask for. Make sure the property is free of repairs and all is in working order. Not only is it... Read more
No one said being a landlord would be easy, but the profit potential is such that plenty of people do it. The good news is that most landlords have a very easy, trouble...
Let’s face it, first impressions matter. We care about how we dress for a job interview, and we spent extra time in front of the mirror before that first date. When it...
Which superstore offers home owners the best returns on home prices? Target is more likely, a new study concludes. Real estate data firm RealtyTrac researched the effect...
It’s an excellent time to be a landlord. Amid a U.S. recovery that has been frustratingly slow for most folks, property owners’ share of the economic pie has...
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