32 Signs You Might Be a Bona Fide Real Estate Investor
Investing in real estate isn't just a job; it's a state of mind. Can you relate to these 32 things? Then you might just be a bona fide real estate…
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12 “Hidden” Real Estate Expenses That Blindside Investors
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The True Cost of a Bad Tenant: Why You CAN’T Afford Not to Screen [With Pics!]
Can you afford the cost of a bad renter? You might not believe how much damage and hassle a bad tenant can leave in their wake. Learn from my stories…
Not Easy, But Worth it: The Top 7 Sacrifices Real Estate Investing Demands
Do you have what it takes to invest in real estate? Here are 7 things you'll likely have to sacrifice. No one said it's easy, just that it's worth it!
How to Get the Best Possible Tenants into Your Rental Property
Your job as a property manager is much easier if you rent to low-risk tenants. Learn how to rent to ideal tenants -- and decline not-so-ideal candidates.
8 Reasons Why Using Property Management Is a Waste of Time
Do you REALLY want to grow a profitable rental business? Learn how property management can take a big chunk out of revenue -- and how you can do better.
Landlords: Protect Yourself With These 6 Crucial Documents
Are you a landlord? Don't get caught in a bad situation because you didn't get the right paperwork from your tenant! Here are crucial documents you'll need.
The Ultimate Comprehensive List of Tenant Red Flags
Renting to bad tenants can cause money, stress and property damage. This list covers everything that might turn you on to a bad renter situation.
Opinion: Allowing Smokers in Your Rental is Costly & Just Plain Dumb
A smoker can cost you 10% of your profits -- and make your property much harder to rent out in the future. Here's why you should NEVER allow smoking inside.
THIS is Hands Down the Best Indicator of Tenant Quality
As a landlord, your profitability relies on tenant quality. Learn why this one report is perhaps the single most effective way to screen your applicants.
What I Learned About Rental Property Investing From Being President of an HOA
I am always intrigued by investors who buy a property in a homeowners association (HOA). They buy a property because it was priced right, looked to be in a great area,…
5 Reasons You NEED to Be Properly Capitalized for Real Estate Investing Success
There are many aspects to investing real estate. Some require no money down, but most require a significant amount of money to get into. And after you get into them,…
Month to Month vs. Annual Leases: Which Protects Landlords?
When renting out property, many landlords want to lock in a new tenant as soon as possible, and they want to lock them in for as long as possible. It…
