Finding and keeping good tenants in your properties is crucial to owning rentals. However, it’s hard to determine which tenants will be good or bad without a thorough screening process. Screening tenants can help you find tenants who will care for your...
Dealing with difficult tenants can make your job as a landlord or property manager more challenging than it needs to be. Troublesome tenants may pay rent late every month, disregard lease terms, or cause reckless damage to your property. Unfortunately, most rental...
Both the short-term and long-term rental markets present several opportunities for investors to jump in and be successful. However, it can be tricky to make your rental property stand out against others. As such, many investors are left debating whether to furnish...
Moving to a new area can be nerve-wracking, especially for first-time renters. However, the more research you do before moving, the more comfortable you’ll be in your new home. As such, today we’ll discuss the best Northern Virginia neighborhoods for...
It’s National Lawn and Garden Month, which means it’s time to clean up your lawn and break out your gardening gear. April is the perfect time to get outside, enjoy the nice weather, and improve the look of your lawn. So whether you plan on planting flowers, fruits, or...
Before investing in real estate, it’s important to do some research to learn more about the process. However, while there’s plenty of valuable information about investing, there are also a few misconceptions to look out for. That said, learning helpful information and...
Late rent payments are one of the most common landlord-tenant disputes. Although sometimes it’s just an innocent mistake, late rent payments can impact your business and finances. So, what can you do if your tenant forgets to pay or pays late? Here’s how...
A rental agreement is a legally binding contract between you and your tenants. That said, although many laws protect the rights of property owners, landlords must recognize that tenants have rights. Tenant rights protect renters against illegal landlord actions. As...
Throughout the past year or so, many goods and services are increasing in price due to inflation. Unfortunately, this makes it difficult for some consumers to get what they need–even investors and landlords. Additionally, the supply and demand of housing are impacted...
What’s worse than a broken-down HVAC system? Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, this can be a frustrating situation for all. Tenants have to deal with an uncomfortable environment, while landlords have potentially costly repairs to take care of. If you...
