Green Residential
Everyone has probably heard the story of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” In short, the story is about a little girl named Goldilocks who stumbled upon a house in the woods. The three bears who lived in the home had decided to take a walk in the woods while their porridge was cooling. While they were gone, Goldilocks decided to enter their home, eat their porridge, break their chairs, and sleep in their beds!… [Read More]
Investing in the rental business can be a very smart move – but only if you know what you’re doing and have the resources to do it. The majority of people would love to own real estate properties and rent them out for a profit, but there are a lot of nuances that people don’t quite realize…. [Read More]
One of the most grueling and frightening challenges that comes with being a landlord for a rental property is setting up the security. Whether you’re in charge of a single unit or an entire building, keeping your tenants and their belongings safe and sound isn’t always easy. Fortunately, there are several ways you can make sure your home and rental properties are fit to withstand any security challenges that come their way…. [Read More]
In many parts of the United States, the ground is still covered in snow, and will be until April. In Texas, snow doesn’t fall often, and if it does, it doesn’t last. For that reason, it might seem like there’s very little to do to prepare your yard for the coming warmth of spring and summer. Your yard might look sad and brown now, but you know it’s only temporary, and your grass will return to its green glory once it warms up…. [Read More]
Making the decision to purchase an investment property can come with many benefits, but it can also come with many challenges. Especially if you’re attempting this endeavor for the first time, you can expect to come upon some unforeseen predicaments that may have you questioning whether purchasing an investment property was the right choice for you. However, with the proper planning and the right mindset, almost anyone can find success through the right real estate investment. To show you how, here are four simple steps that you should take as an investor to ensure that you find the best property both for your portfolio and for your lifestyle as a property owner and manager…. [Read More]
Pets are a contentious topic among property managers – what kinds of pets do you allow at your property, how many, and how do you charge for them? The majority of property owners require some type of financial commitment from renters who bring animals into the home, but whether that money is returned or not – whether it’s a deposit that applies to damage or a flat fee – is a different matter. Your decision may hinge on a number of conditions, ranging from local law to the type of pet…. [Read More]
Rental properties gain reputations in various ways – people may choose where to live based on price, but they also tend to take into account things like pet policies, the reputation of maintenance services, various onsite amenities like a gym, laundry room, or athletic courts, and even features like green living practices. Choosing one or more of these features and emphasizing them as part of the character of your properties can be a beneficial strategy…. [Read More]
You’ve probably heard that there are certain times of year that are better (or worse) for selling a house. As a potential seller, it can be frustrating to try to narrow down this “perfect” window – the period of time when your home is likely to sell most quickly and get top dollar…. [Read More]
You’ve finally closed the deal on your new home and you’re ready to move in or set it up for eventual renting. It’s an exciting time, but it’s also extremely common for buyers to discover problems with their new properties shortly after the closing when it’s too late to do anything…. [Read More]
If you’re looking to get into the real estate game by purchasing an investment property to rent or lease, you may also be considering taking the plunge into renting near college campuses or in neighborhoods with a younger population. While choosing to own property in these two areas will give you a great pool of potential renters from whom to choose, it can also come with a unique set of challenges that many landlords don’t have to face with more seasoned or established renters…. [Read More]