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Owning a rental property is great way to generate some extra income. If you’re the hands-on type, it can be fulfilling to know the ins and outs of the rental management industry. You get to build on your skills and expand your knowledge. If you’re considering buying investment property, keep on reading! In this article, w...

When having a successful rental business, it’s crucial to find the right tenants. Good tenants always pay rent on time. They also take the initiative to contact you when necessary and are considerate in the treatment of your property. When you find a good tenant, it’s best to retain them long-term.What are the benefits of havi...

Do you want to boost your rental income?You can get more creative than raising the rent! Sudden hikes in rent may be illegal in your area. Even if it's allowed, doing so multiple times may result in a higher tenant turnover rate as well.Having an entrepreneurial mindset is useful for landlords. It’s possible to make more money w...

Have your tenants inquired about painting your rental?As a landlord, it’s likely that you have opted for colors in your rental units that are as neutral as possible. Gray and white are common favorites among rental owners. Even though these colors are neutral, you may still encounter tenants who find these colors off-putting.As a re...

To attract the best quality tenants available, you need to grab their attention from the initial marketing of your rental property. By writing a good property listing, you can achieve this. It’s your first introduction to a prospect and therefore, your chance to impress your target market. This introduction should be done in a ...

As a property owner, you want to protect your investment and keep it damage-free. That said, property damages caused by negligent tenants are a common scenario. Floor scratches and marks, broken furniture, gaping holes in the walls and chipped wood are all common examples of damages you may experience in your rental property. As a r...

Are you looking to improve your rental safety during the coronavirus outbreak?As a rental property owner, it’s normal that you will face many difficulties during this pandemic. The outbreak of COVID-19 requires you to follow new laws and regulations, implement strict hygiene protocols, and increase ongoing communication with your te...

To furnish or not to furnish? This may be the question you are asking yourself as a property owner.  Here are some questions you should begin to consider: Do you want to make more money, or reduce the risk of tenant damage? Would you prefer offering your tenants convenience, or offering them flexibility?  More importantly,...

Most landlords have been tenants at one time or another. If you’ve never rented, maybe you’ve experienced life from the perspective of a tenant when you travel. Remembering what it feels like to be a renter is important in helping you provide the best service to your tenants as their landlord. The key to keeping tenants happy ...

Property investors in Torrance, CA face many challenges.  One particularly difficult goal is finding quality tenants that pay and stay long-term. This is because lowering the turnover rate is necessary to get the best return on investment. Empty rental units bring zero income, but simply filling the vacancies with random tenants may ...