The prime summer rental season is behind us. With the arrival of fall, Old Man Winter will be showing his face very soon. Winter is a time to enjoy the indoors and time with family and friends. But it can also spell trouble for rental properties... (Read More)

Being a commercial landlord goes way beyond owning an investment property and renting it out to tenants. There are things that can make you an excellent landlord and aid in your success. Here are six things great landlords excel at: 1. A... (Read More)

Do you shower in the morning or at night? Do you enjoy midnight movies or early-morning breakfasts? Do you prefer 70-degree nights or something cooler? Those are great questions to ask your traveling companions before spending your first night in... (Read More)

HOA budget season is upon us! While it can be cumbersome to put one together, it's essential for smooth operation of your association. Follow these tips to help get on track. Review. It's imperative to review last year’s budget so you have... (Read More)

It’s an awkward position to be in. If just a few homeowners aren’t paying their HOA fees, it can really start to affect your financials. But what you do can be just as important as what you don't do in response to such situations. In fact, a lot... (Read More)

Protecting our homes and loved ones is a major concern for most families in neighborhoods. The basics like deadbolts, alarm systems and proper lighting can go a long way in deterring criminals from even attempting to burglarize a home. But it’s... (Read More)

The condition and appearance of your exterior sends a message to prospective tenants and their customers. What's your's saying? You might be conveying the wrong message and it could cost you. One study, published in APCBEE Procedia, shown on a... (Read More)

One way to improve occupancy rates is to allow your tenants to have roommates. However, if you go this route, you'll want to proceed with caution. The thing is, renting to roommates can come with a little more risk, which is why you want to take... (Read More)

When it comes to being a landlord, there are a lot of things you need to be aware of and a lot of things you need to do in order to keep your investment successful. One of the things you need to protect yourself and your investment is to keep... (Read More)

When tenants are looking for a place to rent, one of the things they may notice is how secure the property is. People will feel better about renting a residence that makes them feel safe. Making a few improvements on the security front can help... (Read More)