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The Pros and Cons of Short-Term Rentals
The long and short of it… Have you considered short-term rentals? This would include vacation rentals, families that have closed on their first house but…
Is Your Investment Property Rent Ready or Sell Ready? What’s the Difference?
There is a big difference in whether your investment property is rent or sell ready. These are two completely different scenarios, and if you want…
5 Easy Yet Critical Steps to Get Great Renters
If you want to get the best return on your investment, there are a couple of elements that must come together to make it work…
Should You Offer Furnished Apartments?
Landlords, do you have rental properties within a college town? Do you often have tenants looking for short-term leases? Is your property manager getting calls…
Landlords, Are You Collecting Enough Security Deposits?
Every landlord on the planet knows the benefits of requiring a tenant to pay a security deposit when they sign a lease agreement. Though that…
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Always Trust Online Property Management Company Reviews
There is something about the human condition that makes us have an almost instinctive need to seek the opinions of others before making a decision…
10 Essential Lease Terms for College Students
Renting to college students can be very profitable for landlords. There is a high demand for off-campus housing which drives up rents. What is more,…
How Landlords and Property Managers can Make the Most of Rental Inspections- Part 2
Rental Property Inspections That Work View part 1 here, for information on… This question can vary dramatically depending on the situation. One thing is certain,…
10 Essential Lease Terms When Dealing With College Students
Renting to college students can be very profitable for landlords. There is a high demand for off-campus housing which drives up rents. What is more,…
Which is a Better Gauge – Capitalization Rate or Cash-on-Cash Return?
Cash flow is king or so the saying goes. When it comes to owning rental properties, a positive cash flow is absolutely essential. When an…
Five Points, Raleigh, NC Featured Triangle Area Rental Neighborhood
We are happy to announce a new series of articles. From time to time we will feature a neighborhood in our rental market area. It…
Featured Neighborhood – Cameron Village Raleigh, North Carolina
If you are looking to move to Raleigh, then no doubt you are interested in learning about the neighborhoods, boroughs, 19and suburbs. This information will…
Every Landlord Needs to Know Before Signing a Lease
Leases are not just for tenants. It is a contractual lease agreement between you, the landlord, and the tenant. Just as the tenant has responsibilities,…
Why You Should Never Allow Yourself to be Evicted (Hint, we Never Accept Past Evictions)
Let’s be clear—having an eviction on your record is catastrophic for your future housing prospects. Many renters seem unaware of how damaging it is to…