Green Residential
As you probably know by now, Airbnb has become incredibly popular. It’s fast, easy, cost effective, and relatively safe for both hosts and guests.
Have you ever considered the possibility that your tenants might sublet your property on Airbnb? Or maybe they want to but are too afraid to ask?
It’s worthwhile for you to have a firm stance on tenants and their use of Airbnb and similar sites…. [Read More]
One of the most common reasons that people move from an apartment to a home is the arrival of children, but young parents often aren’t in a position to buy a home, so they turn to rentals. This can be great news for landlords, but it can mean a change in tactics. To rent to families, you need to understand the difference between what childless adults look for in an apartment, and what families with children are looking for. With some simple adjustments and a new emphasis, however, landlords can welcome families with open arms…. [Read More]
When people hear the phrase “homeowners association” (HOA), many tend to cringe. Living within the boundaries of an HOA often means more work and lots of critiques from the neighbors.
Belonging to an HOA isn’t nearly as bad as the media often portrays it, however, and there are generally as many benefits as disadvantages…. [Read More]
Houston can be a great destination for snowbirds – older adults who move south for the winter to escape the cold – but successfully navigating the market to attract snowbirds can be a challenging undertaking. After all, what do you do with your rental property the rest of the year?
This, and other questions, often trouble landlords interested in working with snowbirds. And while the concern may be a valid one, the snowbird population constitutes a generally reliable and responsible category of renters who make ideal tenants. This alone may make diving into the snowbird rental market worth the risk. Here’s what landlords who are considering targeting snowbirds need to know…. [Read More]
Just because you’re a landlord doesn’t mean you can’t take a vacation. Everyone needs a break now and then, especially when life involves your kind of responsibilities, which can be pretty stressful.
It’s all right for managers to take a vacation as long as they take the proper steps before they leave. With the right strategy and proper planning, even the busiest of landlords can take off for a vacation without stress. Here’s how…. [Read More]
Bugs and pests on your rental property are a landlord’s worst nightmare. It’s never too early to think about pest control.
Even if your property is brand-new, one improperly sealed window or siding panel could lead to a pest infestation that would demand attention. If you’re looking to maintain a successful rental property, you’ll need to know how to handle pest problems when they occur…. [Read More]
To furnish or not to furnish – that is the question every landlord faces when considering how to market their rental property. While there is no simple answer to this question, there are a number of good reasons to furnish your apartment. Here are 6 ways landlords can benefit from furnishing their rental properties and some consideration of the downsides…. [Read More]
When it’s time to let go of your investment property, you want to make a fast sale but get your money’s worth.
Closing a speedy real estate sale that also turns a profit doesn’t have to be a distant dream. You just need to know the secrets to selling a home quickly.
Try some of these tried-and-true approaches for getting your home off the market in no time…. [Read More]
Any time you’re starting a new career or venturing into an unfamiliar fields, you want to make a name for yourself. Unless you command respect, you probably won’t be given much.
This is especially true for first-time landlords. If you’re preparing to become landlord for the first time in your life, here are six essential things you must know if you want to be taken seriously…. [Read More]
When you’re a landlord, your stress level can get extremely high. Whether you’re dealing with tenants who trash your property, tenants who never pay on time, or expensive repairs to appliances or structure, being a landlord is admittedly not a glamor profession.
But it can definitely be lucrative. So how do you eliminate some of the stress associated with being a landlord so you can enjoy the financial benefits?… [Read More]