Is The Security Deposit Obsolete?
Security deposits have long been a norm in the rental world. Tenants are expected to put down as much as an entire…
6 Ways to Make Your House Quieter Through Better Soundproofing
Your home is supposed to be a place where you can relax, unwind, and seek refuge from the chaos of the outside world. Unfortunately, many houses are just as loud and manic on the inside. If you want to address this issue, you’ll need to invest in better soundproofing. The Why and How of Soundproofing … [Read More]
How an Inexpensive Bathroom Remodel Can Make Your Rental Property Stand Out
When it comes to remodeling a rental property, most real estate investors and landlords focus on the kitchen and common living areas. However, if you want to get some really good bang for your buck, you should consider upgrading and remodeling the bathrooms. For a very small price tag, you can significantly enhance the appeal… [Read More]
Why You Should Always Wait Before Renovating a New Home
Home renovations are appealing to homebuyers on multiple levels. Perhaps the most alluring perk is that you can buy a property below market value and take the money you save to turn it into the house of your dreams. But before you go crazy with drawing up plans, scheduling contractors, and pulling permits, consider that… [Read More]
Here’s How to Host a Killer Open House
When selling a property as a real estate agent, an investor, or a homeowner, an open house can connect you with potential buyers and prospects. Many prospective buyers block out time each week to attend open houses in hopes of finding the perfect place to live.
8 Quick Fixes You Can Make When Buying a House
Buying a house – whether it’s your “forever home” or a house you’ll only be in for a couple of years – is a big deal. Any time you put down such a large amount of money and attach your name to debt, you want to make sure it’s perfect. The problem is that homes… [Read More]
7 Signs It’s Time to Remodel Your House
While we all love to watch those HGTV shows with starry-eyed couples bashing through walls and ripping out dated appliances in order to breathe new life into horrendous-looking homes, the infatuation with home remodels stops there for most of us. We’d rather not deal with the time, money, and mess that a remodel requires. But… [Read More]
20 Breathtaking Ideas to Boost Your Curb Appeal
Whether you’re selling your house or hoping to attract a tenant, curb appeal is an essential sales tactic to consider. Curb appeal is another word for that first impression. The exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers will see, whether it’s online or in person. And because it’s the first impression, it… [Read More]
Color Psychology: 8 Tips for Painting Your Property
Interior design can be a delicate process for most property managers. Those who turn their starter home into a rental may have painted the home their preferred colors, which may not jive with the new tenant crowd. Those who are investing in rentals and homes may be painting lots of properties and going with plain… [Read More]
17 Places to Find Free Inspiration on Home Design
Every once in a while, it’s a good idea to redecorate your properties – especially if you’re struggling to keep consistent tenants. Fortunately, there are plenty of great places to look for inspiration, and you can easily find design ideas that fit perfectly into your budget if you know where to look. Thanks to the… [Read More]
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Accommodating And Communicating With Deaf Tenants
As a property manager, making every tenant feel welcome is at the heart of your job. How do you fulfill this responsibility,…