#1  Saving money with contractor relationships.

A management firm vets contractors and looks for the best prices and highly trained technicians who are licensed, bonded, and insured. Outside services, combined with an in-house maintenance staff and a capable supervisor...

It may be common knowledge that buying rental property can be one of the most secure and fastest ways to build serious wealth – but the “how to” knowledge is not so common. The steps to buying rental property, however, are not that drastically different from buying you...

Kids are high-impact on rental properties. So why the heck would any landlord go out of their way to attract families?

First, because families tend toward longer tenancies. Young adults in their 20s move frequently, as they bounce between jobs, date around, get married,...

Beyond the inconvenience and discomfort, a winter storm or other severe weather conditions can cause real damage. So it's important to think about winter preparedness.

Protecting your home is vital. A frozen water pipe can burst and flood your house or basement. An ice...

Preparing your property for a renter can be a very stressful job, so be sure to begin with a check list! Its always a good idea to start with the interior. Ask yourself a few questions before getting started: Do you have the proper number of smoke and carbon monoxide d...

“Oh I’ll just manage it myself” said Kyle.  Kyle was a smart guy.  He had a good job and a great family.  Kyle made a smart decision to invest in real estate.  Papers were just signed to close on his second investment.  He managed his first property with no sweat and t...

                 While property management fees are important they must be viewed in light of what other firms are charging, and the scope of services provided and the quality of those services. The company you hire will be stewarding one of your biggest assets and the...

Perhaps you are on the line, trying to decide whether or not renting your house is a good idea. Therefore, the first question you need to ask yourself before “how to rent my house out” is “should I rent my house out?” If you’re choosing between renting your house vs. s...