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How to Create a Craigslist Rental Property Listing

Key Takeaway: Property managers and landlords should use rental listing sites like Craigslist to advertise their properties and avoid vacancies which result in loss of rent. Craigslist is a popular and cost-effective option that attracts around 400 million visits per year. To create an effective rental listing on Craigslist, landlords should include important details about the rental unit, use photos and videos to showcase the property, and make it easy for potential tenants to contact them. Landlords should also follow the Fair Housing Law guidelines provided by Craigslist. To avoid spam and fraud on Craigslist, landlords should only post to the region closest to their... Read more

Successful multifamily investing requires more than just acquiring properties—it requires implementing effective operations policies and procedures. Having...

The one million apartment units under construction may not make a significant dent in the nation’s housing needs. For the past three years the multifamily sector has...

Miami was the most competitive rental market during this summer’s peak moving season, but the Midwest was America’s hottest apartment region, with three markets in...

Peak leasing season is over.  How do you feel about your occupancy? If your community follows typical seasonality patterns, you probably feel good about your...

Rent Control Laws on the National Level? Biden...

As rents close in on a record high, more Americans, including the federal government, are wondering if it's time for national rent control that will regulate rent increases and place restrictions on evictions.  In January, the Biden administration announced a blueprint for a renters bill of rights and encouraged federal governmental agencies and politicians to help tenants find, afford and stay in housing. The blueprint is only guidance, not law or policy, on types of protections renters need and how to achieve them. The blueprint explains how different agencies can play a role, but the one that has drawn attention is the Federal Housing Finance Agency's (FHFA) examining... Read more

Buying multifamily properties is a great way to get started in real estate investing. Having multiple tenants can provide passive income and be a great way to diversify...

Building a successful investment portfolio requires careful consideration of risk and reward. While there are various investment options available, diversification is a...

Rent control is a popular topic among landlords. Many cities have implemented it to protect tenants and stabilize rents. Landlords must know the dos and don’ts of...

In the multifamily real estate business, cash flow is king. That means one of a landlord’s highest priorities should be to keep occupancy rates as close to 100% as...