In the fourth quarter of 2019 and the first quarter of 2020, we have seen historically low-interest rates. These rates plummeted even further at the end of March as the global pandemic shook the worldwide economy. While it’s all over the news, what does that mean for you as a Read more…
As a landlord, you’re likely always looking for solutions that will make running your business more streamlined and profitable. Luckily, there is a simple, low-cost solution that is both easy to implement and use: eSignatures on rental leases. For years, large property management companies have utilized the convenience of online Read more…
As a landlord, there seems to be an endless to-do list. No matter how on top of it you stay, there are often not enough hours in the day. With tasks to handle from listing and showing the property to screening applicants to accept or reject them, sending and countersigning Read more…
Whether you’re a prospective, first-time landlord looking to purchase your first income property or adding to your growing real estate portfolio, there are a lot of factors to consider when evaluating if a property is right for you. While searching for a property, many focus on the location, size, and Read more…
As a landlord, rent control is likely something that you’re in tune with, especially with it making headlines recently. In the past few months alone, Berlin has announced a five-year ban on rent increases, while California passed a law with the nickname the “anti-rent-gouging bill.” But before you panic, it’s Read more…
The best time to invest in the real estate market was a decade ago when the market collapsed, and investment properties could be purchased at a fraction of their value. While no one wishes for another collapse in the housing market, landlords and prospective landlords are often wondering when is Read more…
How to Establish Your Authority as a Landlord Being a landlord can be tough setting your authority as a landlord is key. From worrying if you’re setting the right rent, to attracting and leasing to the right tenants (they seem great, but are they?), to dealing with issues of Read more…
What Boundaries to Set as a Landlord? As a landlord, you deal with a lot of issues, from showing and leasing your property to fielding maintenance requests, collecting rent, and more. Arguably the most crucial task is maintaining the business of your income property. What does that mean, exactly Read more…
On Wednesday, the new year ushered in a new law in California for Rent Control. Known officially as Assembly Bill 1482, the Tenant Protection Act has earned the nickname the “anti-rent-gouging-bill.” The legislation enacts a statewide rent control in California for the next ten years, or longer if lawmakers vote Read more…
Finding and choosing a great tenant isn’t easy. Finding the right tenant, is an art and a science. While no method is foolproof, there are a few key factors landlords should employ to find a great tenant for their rental. By following these five tips, you’ll attract a great tenant Read more…