Podcast 356: How to Raise Rent in Today's Market

How To Raise Rent In Today’s Market (Podcast #356)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, goes over the best practices for raising rent in today’s crazy real estate market. Next, a tenant calls you about a leak on your property, so you rush over to see what the issue is. But, what comes after that? Do you call insurance, find your tenant temporary housing? Last, but…
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hiring landlord–tenant attorney

9 Reasons You Should You Hire A Landlord-Tenant Attorney

Landlords often invest time and money into finding the best team of property managers, carpenters, and other skilled professionals to work with. Though they might not always realize it, landlords should also put the same energy into hiring a landlord-tenant attorney. A rental attorney is intimately familiar with landlord-tenant law in your state and is…
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Podcast 355: How to Reduce Rental Vacancy

How To Reduce Rental Vacancy (Podcast #355)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, goes over the best practices on how to reduce rental vacancy. What happens when you have rental applicants that applied to occupy your rental, but have never even seen the property? Nowadays, the practice is more popular than you think. Last, but not least, is it okay to accept incremental payments…
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Podcast 354: What are Tenants' Rights in Rental Construction?

Rental Construction: What Are Tenant’s Rights? (Podcast #354)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, goes over best practices for landlords that are renovating occupied rental properties, including a tenant’s rights during the renovation process. Next, property keys. Can your tenant change the locks without permission? Often times, this type of permission, if any, is written into the lease agreement. Last, but not least, the impact…
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How Much Does Tenant Screening Cost? Average Pricing Guide

How Much Does Tenant Screening Cost? Average Pricing Guide

Updated June 2021 Tenant screening is crucial for landlords, but does that mean it needs to be an expensive part of the business? Whether you have property managers handling tenant screening or do it yourself, you need to know what tenant screening costs your business will incur. Many landlords hear tales of the hours of…
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What Are Typical Rental Property Management Costs and Fees?

What Are Typical Rental Property Management Costs And Fees?

Updated June 2021 Owners of expansive investment property often struggle to find enough time each day to run their business. From collecting rent to finding ways to increase their rental income, there are many pieces to juggle when working in the rental industry. Investing in rental property management fees rather than extra-long nights is a…
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Podcast 353: Best Practices for Live-In Landlords

Live-In Landlords: Best Practices (Podcast #353)

If you currently are roommates with your tenants, Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, gives his best tips for creating a solid landlord-tenant relationship. What are the best methods for presenting and signing a lease agreement? Listen in to discover the most popular methods we have seen. Last, but not least, we’ll chat about providing appliances in…
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what is rental verification

What Is Rental Verification (And Does Rental History Matter?)

Updated May 2021 When meeting a new prospective tenant, getting to know their rental history is a great way to find out if they’re going to be a good fit for your own property. But what exactly is rental verification, and how can it help you to connect a tenant to their rental history? Real…
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Podcast 352: Co-Signers on Rental Property Leases 101

Co-Signers On Rental Property Leases 101 (Podcast #352)

Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, co-signers on lease. What happens if you have a couple or a group of family members that are applying to rent your property? Here’s how to handle co-signers for your rentals. Sometimes, tenants can really start to put a damper in your day with their constant complaints. So, how do you…
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Guide: Do Landlords Have to Disclose a Death in the House?

Guide: Do Landlords Have To Disclose A Death In The House?

Updated May 2021 Did you know that there are certain laws about how and when landlords must disclose a previous death in a rental property? Unlike other types of disclosures, death disclosures are not frequently discussed. Most landlords and property managers know about landlord disclosures when it comes to information about things like lead paint…
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