Adventures in Property Management: 5 Lessons Learned from My Years of Self-Managing Single Family Rentals
Use my tips to be a better self-managing landlord.
Landlording & Property Management
The ultimate spot for learning how to be a landlord and manage rental properties yourself.
5 Ways Property Management Software Can Make You a Better Landlord
Property management software helps you run your business more efficiently.
If You’re Only Focused on Buying Properties, You’re Doing It Wrong
Paying close attention to tenant segments can make or break your success as an investor and landlord.
What Exactly Does a Property Management Company Do?
A property management company plays a vital role in overseeing the daily operations of rental properties to ensure efficient tenant management while maximizing profitability.
5 Lessons I Learned From a Horrible Property Management Experience
Don't repeat my mistakes!
These 2 Things Changed My Worldview of Single-Family Rentals
These two lessons changed my entire approach to rental properties and I'm generating more cash flow because of it.
Tenant Not Paying Rent? Here’s What to Do
A tenant not paying rent can turn your profit upside down. Should you find yourself in this situation, there are several key steps you must take.
Property Management Checklist (What Needs to Be Done, and When)
With this guidance, you can create a property management checklist that guides you throughout the year.
How Moving Overseas Made Me a Better Real Estate Investor
Whenever I hop on a conference call, someone asks, “Where are you located?” And then their eyes widen when I respond, “Lima, Peru.” But back when I invested in rental…
What I Learned From My First Investment Property—and How I Changed My Strategy
My first investment property was a C/D-class multifamily in Houston. I selected it primarily based on perceived cash flow. According to my calculations, the return on investment (ROI) was between 12%…
Three Principles That Will Turn You Into An Effective Property Manager
The top grievances of tenants are poor communication, unfair rent increases, and a lack of transparency. Don't neglect property management, as it will cost you more in the long run.…
Don’t Skimp: Using a Free Lease Template Will Cost You More in the Long Run
A free lease template on a subreddit somewhere sounds like an appealing, low-cost option. But going the cheap route on your lease documents might actually cost you more than getting…
Giving Your Tenants a Gift for Christmas Is Nice—But Is It the Right Thing To Do?
The holidays are here! The egg nog is flowing along with the cash, and you’d like to keep it that way. You have long-term tenants, and they’ve been great—they pay…
