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.
Landlording & Property Management
The ultimate spot for learning how to be a landlord and manage rental properties yourself.
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…
What is a Sublease?
A sublease is when a tenant rents the property they’re renting to another tenant—essentially reassigning the lease. In most subleases, the tenant’s renter covers all or a majority of the…
Private Lending or Landlording: What Makes More Sense Right Now?
With interest rates as high as they are, is now the time to enter the market as a private lender? Here's what you need to know.
Landlord’s Guide to Intestate Property
When someone passes away without leaving a will, the estate must go through the probate process to determine heirs, settle outstanding debts, and distribute any remaining assets. The laws on…
The Landlord’s Guide to Security Deposits
Renting properties to tenants is a great way to earn passive income, but you must follow many laws and rules, including collecting security deposits. Before you begin renting to tenants,…
7 Ways How to Spot a Fake Pay Stub From Your Tenants
It’s common practice to request a pay stub from prospective tenants for income verification. Here's how to tell if it's legit.
Why Buying a Good Deal is Just the Beginning of the Work
Investing is mostly a game of management. How you best operate your property—from screening tenants to making improvements—is just as big of an investment.
4 Ways AI is Changing the Property Management Industry
Work smarter, not harder by using AI for these mundane property management tasks.
