Tips for winter proofing your rental property

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You know the saying — third time’s the charm. Fortunately, that adage also applies to rental property ownership. Most landlords invest in real estate once or twice before they gain enough experience to be successful. However, the stress and challenges of being a landlord continue to get tougher each time. If you’re thinking about investing…

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Property Management Tips – 10 Things You Need to Know

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If you’re new to the property management business, learning the ins and outs of being a successful property manager can seem challenging. There are so many different responsibilities that come along with this job, and each one is equally important. After all, if you aren’t organized, prepared, or ready to deal with any emergencies that…

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Things To Consider Before Becoming A Landlord

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Before you dive into the process of becoming a landlord, it’s important to know what your rights and responsibilities are as a landlord. The relationship between a landlord and tenant can be complex, and both parties have rights and obligations that must be followed. Your rights as a landlord include the ability to set a…

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Tips For Choosing A Rental Property

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Are you planning on investing in rental properties but don’t know what to look for in a rental? You’re not alone. Getting started with buying your first rental may seem like a big task if you don’t know what to search for, thankfully we got you covered with our 3 tips for choosing the right Central…

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Do minimum wage increases affect rents?

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Increases in the minimum wage can be good for landlords.  A stand-out benefit is that renters are less likely to default on their monthly rent payments. This equals more financial security for you and your tenants. But while your tenants may have the ability to afford rent much better than before, you could also raise…

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Things to do to protect your investments during a recession

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The recession is officially here and for owners in the Central Valley, and across the United States, that means changes are coming but thankfully owners can protect their investments by going the following: 1. Keep Low to Moderate Debt Levels  It probably goes without saying that those with no or moderate debt will be less…

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Tenant Screening 101 – Tips You Need To Know

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Are you planning on renting out your Central Valley home for the first time? If so, tenant screening is one of the most important things that you’ll be doing because it’s going to help you find the most qualified tenant to live in your rental property. If you’ve never rented out your home before, this…

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Investment Property 101 – What To Look For

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Most people understand that purchasing investment property is an investment in their future. Property values tend to increase over time, so if you own a home, it’s likely you will be able to sell that home for a profit later on. There are ways to maximize property value to create revenue for yourself. Real estate can…

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Top questions to ask tenants before renting to them

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Asking a prospective tenant the right questions is one of the keys to success when it comes to owning investment properties because the answers to those questions will provide you with peace of mind in that tenant before you rent to them. In this article we will share with you the top questions to ask…

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3 Alternatives To Selling Your Investment Property

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Every investor asks at some point: “should I sell my investment property?” Whether preparing for retirement or considering cashing in on a hot seller’s market before it turns cold, you may want to look at all your options. There are a few key things to consider when selling an investment property and a few alternatives…

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