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Both parties under the lease agreement – renters and landlords – have certain rights and obligations. A solid lease agreement helps outline important things such as: When, where, and how rent is due  Limits of occupancy  Maintenance obligations Length of the rental...

When a rental term ends, landlords must return the security deposit of a tenant. However, conflicts can materialize especially concerning the cleanliness of the rental property. What may be defined as reasonably clean for the tenant may not match the expectations of...

Do you find the prospect of dealing with emergency maintenance issues daunting? Learning which maintenance tasks to prioritize is vital!  Compared to other industries, managing a property does not stick to regular business hours. You can be called up in the middle of...

Investing in rental properties can be a lucrative business. However, it also takes a lot of hard work, time, and effort before you can reap the rewards. If you want to be successful in rental property investing, you need to know how to keep your tenants happy. After...

Due to its potential for value growth through time, real estate is frequently viewed as an ideal investment opportunity. When purchasing an investment property to rent out, you are hoping its value will rise over time and that you’ll gain rental income. Real estate...

Landlords who own rental properties that earn an income from them, have a federal tax responsibility to file income tax returns each year. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines rental income as any payment received for the use or occupation of property including...

Landlords aren’t immune to life’s challenges! A life event can require you to operate your rental business from out of town, or even out of state. And that may bring some challenges in the way you manage your rental property.  It may no longer, for instance, be easy...

The curb appeal of your rental property matters a lot because it can result in higher rental rates and better tenants. You may also get a greater return on investment should you choose to sell it in the future.  Think of the curb appeal as the first impression your...

Water damage resulting from leaks is one of the most disastrous events to occur in a home. It can ruin the floors, furniture, and walls. With the exorbitant cost that water damage carries, preventing it from happening ensures your finances are intact. There are many...

Having professionals take photographs of a property you bring into the market has long been common for people wanting to sell a home.  But with the pandemic changing all sorts of habits, the use of professional Real Estate photography is growing for rentals, too. ...