The rental market can be a daunting place for potential tenants, who are undoubtedly oversaturated with available information through the hundreds to thousands of listings available for browsing online at any given time. Writing an effective rental listing will help to increase contact from potential tenants with informed interest in your property, as well as reduce vacancy time between tenants.    So what makes a …

Are you planning on investing in homes for rent in Inland Empire or elsewhere across the United States? If so, like most investors, unless you plan on working with a real estate agent you will be doing a DIY appraisal of a real estate property. If you’ve never done a DIY appraisal before, this article will provide you with tips on how to evaluate a …

Tips for Filing Rental Income Taxes Filing taxes can be a confusing process for anyone, especially if you are dealing with rental property income. Additionally, there are many tax deductions you can make for various expenditures involved with managing rental properties, so it’s essential to know what constitutes rental income and what tax deductions can be made. Even if you plan to hire a …

As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, Seattle boasts a diverse array of neighborhoods, each with its own unique charm and character. Whether you’re drawn to the bustling nightlife of Capitol Hill, the family-friendly vibe of Ballard, or the tech-centric atmosphere of South Lake Union, finding the perfect rental can feel like a daunting task in such a competitive market. This …

If you’re like most landlords you have a rental list of properties that you own and are thinking about getting those properties ready for winter The weather here in Ventura CA can change quickly and it’s not uncommon to have summer-like temperatures one week then colder weather the next. In this article, we will provide you with several tips you can use to successfully …

A major facet of owning and renting out properties is maintaining them and quickly addressing any issue that may arise. Effective and timely maintenance response is not only crucial to the success of your business and the satisfaction of your tenants but also to the longevity and value of your properties. There are ways to streamline the process to ensure requests get addressed and …

One of the keys to success with owning real estate properties in the United States is making tenants feel at home when they move in because if you start your relationship out correctly with your tenant’s they will be more inclined to renew their leases with you.  In this article, we will share with you several tips that you can apply to your rental …

Planning on hiring the best property manager?  If so, you’re making a smart choice!  In this article, we will share with you our tips for hiring a property manager so you can have confidence in the individual or company that you choose from a list of management companies.   Tip #1 – Verify Their Experience  Before hiring any property manager, you should without a doubt verify their experience before moving forward with hiring …

In a time when online interaction and long-distance networking is becoming essential to daily life, utilizing the Internet and social media is necessary for marketing a rental property anywhere. If you want to rent out your properties effectively and don’t want to hire a marketing company, you need to build a virtual community. Growing a network and online presence takes time and persistence, but it …