Five Steps to Longlasting Landlord Sanity
Going back to the basics can be the key to maintaining sanity in the business world. As a landlord, every success and failure boils down to one common denominator. People. …
Landlord Legal Woes: If the Sue Fits
It’s a sue happy world out there, and landlords are more susceptible to this misfortune than the average Joe. Getting sued almost seems like a rite of passage these days. …
Landlord Actions for Outstanding Outcomes
Landlording does not have to be difficult, and if it is, chances are, you are making it hard on yourself. Small actions will pave a wide road for a blissful …
Landlord Checklist for a Lovely Spring
In the land lording world, May is a challenging stage between spring and summer. Spring exposes all the ugly problems after the big thaw and inevitable rain. Exposed yards reveal …
How To Retain Good Tenants (They are hard enough to find!)
When landlords figure out how to retain good tenants, they set themselves up for long term success. Here are a few reminders about the way to treat tenants to keep …
Prepare Your Tenants (And Yourself!) for a City Inspection
Most cities and counties require biennial inspections for rental properties. It behooves you as a landlord to prepare your property for this. It is also wise and considerate to prepare …
Are Strict Landlord Pet Policies for the Birds?
It may sound harsh, but enforcing pet policy rules is usually in a landlord’s best interest. Just say no. In cases of slim tenant pickings, you may not have this …
Five Simple Interior Decorating Ideas to Keep your Rental Looking Fresh
Whether you want to attract a tenant or keep one, these five simple interior decorating ideas are a wonderful way to add class to your rental. There is no need to go …
Tips for Getting Your Tenants to Pay Rent on Time (#2 might surprise you!)
If there is one thing almost all landlords have in common, it’s that at one time or another, you may have had a tenant who wouldn’t pay their rent on time. …
Five Impossibly Bad Tenant Renewal Incentives
Although it’s smart to offer good tenants renewal incentives, there are several incentives you should not offer tenants. Choose incentives that highlight your strengths as a landlord, and make the …