What to Do If You’re Losing Money on a Rental Property
In a hypothetical model, a property owner should be able to generate positive cash flow with a rental property in an attractive…
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Buy and Hold vs. Flipping: Which Strategy Fits Your Investment Goals?
One of the particularly attractive benefits of real estate investing is its versatility. There are dozens (if not hundreds) of different tactics and strategies you can use to carve out your own lucrative niche as a real estate investor. But when it comes down to residential rental properties, there are two strategies that take the… [Read More]
Leveraging Real Estate Investment Groups for Networking and Learning
Real estate investing is a highly competitive industry with thousands of investors competing for properties and deals. But it’s also very much a brotherhood, with a sense of camaraderie and support among fellow investors. This community feel is on display in a number of different ways but is especially prominent within real estate investment groups…. [Read More]
Are 3D Virtual Property Tours Worth Creating?
Are you wondering if creating 3D virtual tours is an effective way to market your rental properties? Traditional showings aren’t exactly dead, and since Covid is behind us, there’s no reason people can’t leave the house. Despite this, three-dimensional tours have remained popular and are even preferred, most notably for single-family residences. Today, online virtual… [Read More]
What to Look for When Buying a Historic House
When it comes to buying a house, you have plenty of options. Between location, architectural style, floor plans, and amenities, you can get as specific as you’d like. But, without a doubt, nothing beats the charm of a historic home. The question is, what do you look for when buying a historic home? The Allure… [Read More]
5 Reasons Why Hiring a Property Manager Is Good for Landlord-Tenant Relations
Do you know one of the best ways to frustrate good tenants to the point where they move out? You can achieve this objective by providing poor customer service. The best tenants won’t put up with a landlord they don’t respect. They’ll instead head right for the exits at the end of their leases in… [Read More]
5 Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs as a First-Time Rental Property Owner
Do you dream of buying an investment property, finding good tenants, making passive income every month, and potentially selling your asset down the road for a great return on investment? That’s the dream of many people who invest in rental properties. But this dream can quickly become a stress-inducing, time-wasting, and money-draining nightmare. If you’re… [Read More]
10 Ugly Truths About Buying and Managing Texas Properties
On paper, property management seems like a kind of golden ticket. If you have the right properties in your portfolio, you can sit back, relax, and watch the cash roll in. All you have to do is handle a handful of maintenance requests now and then, and your tenants will send you tons of money… [Read More]
How to Manage an Extended Vacancy in Your Rental Property
For landlords, vacancies are always an issue, as they’re largely unavoidable. Sooner or later, your tenant is going to move out (or find themselves in a position where they can no longer continue paying rent). And that means your unit is going to be empty, at least temporarily. Vacancies are problematic because they prevent you… [Read More]
How to Be More Aggressive With Your Rental Property Investment Strategy
How would you describe yourself as an investor? Are you extremely risk tolerant and aggressive with your strategies? Or are you a more defensive and cautious player, only investing when you feel reasonably certain of the potential gains? In the rental property investment world, it’s possible to be successful with a wide range of different… [Read More]
How to Sell a Texas Property With a Tenant Still Living in It
Owning a rental property can be extremely financially advantageous, providing you with a steady stream of income and an opportunity to benefit from long-term property appreciation. But owning this type of property, and managing tenants actively, does come with some additional complications and risks. For example, let’s say you’re 6 months into a 1-year lease… [Read More]
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Tenant Psychology: How to Better Appeal to Prospective Property Renters
One of your biggest priorities as a landlord is going to be keeping your property occupied. When the property is vacant, you’ll…