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Whether you’re welcoming new tenants into your property or you’re a new tenant making a move, summer is a less than ideal time to move in the Houston area. In August, days average 93 degrees Fahrenheit, while July tends to be wet, averaging over 5 inches of rain. In fact, Houston weather is so tough

In a conventional mortgage, you’ll be required to put down at least 20 percent when buying a home. However, many people are unable to produce the full 20 percent, particularly in Houston where the average home price is $300,000, well above the national average. Thankfully, there are programs and opportunities for taking out a mortgage

It’s hard to convince potential tenants that bigger isn’t always better. The average tenant wants more space for the price, even if it means a little extra upkeep on their part. If you have a rental with very small rooms, it can drive tenants away. You might have a difficult time filling vacancies and retaining

You’ve got two choices as a real estate investor: manage your own properties or hire out the service to a property management company. Both options are valid, but the option that’s correct for you will depend on various circumstances. Here’s an exploration of 8 pros and cons to self-managing rental properties: 1. Self-management will save

There are numerous factors involved in the sale of any piece of property, but certain elements have more influence than others. And while a lot of attention deservedly goes to design, features, pricing, and listing photography, it would be unwise to ignore the importance of words. Believe it or not, the words you use in

Rental properties can make for excellent investments. Not only do they increase in value over time, but they also produce steady cash flow. However, there’s a big difference between a low-maintenance, turnkey property and a property that needs its hand held every step of the way. Learning how to differentiate between the two before investing