News from Green Residential and around the world of Property Management and rental homes in Houston and Austin.
Most landlords begin property investing with the mindset that they’re going to take care of everything themselves. The idea is that investing in a rental is a hands-off way to make money, and in some cases, that turns out to be true. If you’re renting a single- or double-family unit that doesn’t require much upkeep
No matter how carefully you screen your tenants, there’s always the chance that one of them will end up damaging your property. This is a serious problem since property damage can range from something simple (like a hole in the wall) to something devastating, which could compromise the entire profitability of your investment. Fortunately, there
There are many great things about being a landlord, but it can be trying if the lease isn’t strong. Lease problems put landlords in hot water and allow the tenants to get away with behavior that would otherwise be unacceptable. The lease is meant to protect you, but if it’s not well-written, you could find
You’ve likely heard that real estate investing is one of the easiest ways to become a millionaire. And it’s partially true; real estate prices tend to slowly rise over time (at least in valuable areas), and in the meantime, you’ll be able to collect rent checks from your tenants. However, there are hidden costs to
By and large, organization isn’t something that Americans are good at. We tend to have too many things, misplace items, and revel in clutter. It’s essentially a national pandemic that’s affecting a large majority of the population. Just consider the following facts as curated by Simply Orderly:
This coming year, 2017, will bring changes for many people. According to Nielsen research, the majority of Americans will be making resolutions that have to do with their health and fitness. In 2015, 37 percent of people made a resolution to stay fit and healthy and 32 percent resolved to lose weight. These resolution stats