Preparing and getting your rental unit for a new tenant for top dollar takes more than just handing over the keys—it’s about ensuring the space is clean, functional, and appealing while setting the stage for a great landlord-tenant relationship. Whether you’re renting out a unit for the first time or preparing for a new occupant,…

The real estate market has been hot for years now; what’s even hotter is the rental market. According to Forbes, renters occupy 34% of occupied housing units, accounting for over 45,000,000 units, a number that’s remained relatively steady for decades. Thus, it’s no surprise that owning rental units can be an excellent source of income.…

Have you ever considered the impact of allowing pets in your rental properties? With 75% of renters owning pets, opening doors to furry friends isn’t just kind; it’s smart business. According to the 2023-24 American Pet Products Association (APPA) National Pet Owners Survey, 23 million households welcomed a new furry friend during the pandemic, and…

If you’ve ever owned a rental property, chances are good that you had something go horribly wrong with a tenant at some point because it was a bad fit. The solution, however, isn’t to swear off renting altogether. A strong property management company can guide you with an effective tenant screening checklist to get those…

Did you know that for-profit rental companies only own a fifth of all rentals in the U.S.? According to data from the 2018 Census, individuals own an overwhelming majority of rental properties, and most only own one or two properties.  Yet, these landlords sometimes lack the same resources as rental companies and, thus, may face…

As a property owner, you are always looking for ways to market your property, reach potential tenants, and fill your rental properties quickly. Social media marketing can be an influential tool for rental property owners and managers: approximately three-quarters of American adults have adopted social media, making it an ideal platform for connecting with prospective…

And Is It the Landlord’s Responsibility? Excessive noise, or “noise pollution,” can quickly become an escalated problem in rental apartments and have significant consequences. The meaning of “excessive” may vary depending on the setting or context, but it’s essential to familiarize oneself with the causes and how to address them. Furthermore, ignoring this issue could…

According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), there are more than 44 million renters in the U.S. Due to the soaring real estate prices, many are outpriced in the housing market, and renting is cheaper. However, this is excellent news for you if you own investment properties for rent because there are…

The Simberg Center for Housing Studies at the University of Florida published a 2022 study showing nearly 2.8 million renter households in Florida. This means that roughly one-third of all Florida households are renters. Despite the economic downturn, the real estate market in Florida is still on fire. Yet, if your investment property listing isn’t…