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When most people think about absentee landlords, the stigma isn’t great. It drums up an image of a slimy slumlord who takes money and doesn’t ever show his face. However, that’s not the case with the landlords who put their best foot forward and make a continued effort to do a good job, even when
When selling a home, the open house is one of the most important parts of the process. And whether you’re selling the home on your own or using an agent, it’s critical that you’re involved. Unfortunately, many agents and sellers blow this opportunity to attract leads and motivate buyers. Don’t let that be the case
There are typically two situations in which a homeowner decides to offer a rent-to-own deal to a tenant. The first occurs when the homeowner is unable to sell the property in a timely manner and can’t afford to keep paying the mortgage without some level of assistance. The second occurs when the landlord wants to
We’ve been hearing about him a lot more for his pursuit of the White House of late, but Donald Trump’s success has come mostly from his real estate activities. Depending on which source you consult, his net worth is between $4.5 billion and $10 billion (and does it really matter?). The majority of that money
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
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