How to Buy a House at Auction and Why You Should

How To Buy A House At Auction (And Why You Should)

It’s a common belief that buying auction homes is a great way to find a deal and expand your portfolio when working as a landlord. Experienced landlords, however, will tell you that simply knowing how to buy an auction property is not enough. You must also learn when the risk is worth it because buying…
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Podcast 384: How to Request Tenant Ledgers

How To Request Tenant Ledgers (Podcast #384)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about requesting tenant ledgers from property owners selling their rentals. Not sure where to dispose of old appliances? Have no fear, we’ll give you our best tips on how to get rid of older units from your rentals. Last, but not…
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Podcast 383: How to Prevent Landlord Burnout

How To Prevent Landlord Burnout (Podcast #383)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about how to prevent landlord burnout while expanding your real estate portfolio. Wondering what to do when you find out your tenants have pets without your permission? Look no further, we’ll talk about how to best handle the situation. Last, but…
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Podcast 382: Are Section 8 Landlords in Trouble?

Are Section 8 Landlords In Trouble? (Podcast #382)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about one story in Denton County, Texas where Section 8 Landlords are going to start getting fined $300. When the water is slower than usual in your rental property or any property for that matter, where’s the first place you should…
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tenant scams

All About Common Tenant Scams Targeting Landlords

Most people think of shady landlord tactics whenever they hear the phrase “rental scams.” However, there are many different tenant scams that individuals try to use on landlords in order to live in a property for free, steal money, or otherwise take advantage of a landlord’s business. What do you know about rental scams targeting…
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Podcast 381: Who's Responsible for Pet Cleanup?

Pet Cleanup: Who’s Responsible? (Podcast #381)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about who cleans up after pets once tenants move out. What happens when you have a tenant who is attempting to sell your rental while living in it? Yep, apparently, it’s a thing. Last, but not least, what is an at-will…
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Podcast 380: How to Charge for High-End Rentals

High-End Rentals: How To Charge (Podcast #380)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about how to charge for a high-end rental. So, your tenants call and complain about a drainage issue on the property from the garage to the basement. What are the most common ways that drainage is set up around a property?…
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What Are Rental Arrears? What to Know About Late Rent

What Are Rental Arrears? What To Know About Late Rent

If you’ve got a tenant in rental arrears, you’re likely stressing about how it will affect your business in the coming weeks and months. How will you handle the late rent, and how fast do you need to act? Rental arrears are not a good place for tenants to find themselves, but they sometimes don’t…
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Airbnb Screening: All About Short-Term Renting And Guests

Airbnb Screening: All About Short-Term Renting And Guests

When property owners first get started on short-term leasing sites like Airbnb, they often don’t think about reviewing guests before accepting them. They may not realize that Airbnb guest screening is something many property owners do before approving a reservation, and that this is an essential part of the process to keep your property in…
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tenant background check services reviews

11 Tenant Background Check Service Reviews [Ultimate List for 2024]

Updated May 2022 Choosing a tenant background check service is not an easy task. Different screening options offer different levels of service, and the differences between the options that exist are not always obvious. But don’t worry; RentPrep has you covered with our tenant background check services reviews. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the…
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