Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, explores the idea of coin-operated laundry machines in rentals. Is it a good idea? Would it turn a better profit? Also in this episode, what happens when you’re trying to do renovations on a multi-unit property, but it’s disrupting your tenant’s sleep schedule? Last, but not least, what do you do…
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Credit scores are one of the primary factors used by many landlords to screen renters, but what is a good credit score for tenants? Understanding how credit scores can be used to screen tenants is important for landlords when reviewing rental applications. Choosing reliable tenants is an important foundation for your business; reviewing credit scores…
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Updated February 2021 At some point in a landlord’s career, it will be time to attend an eviction court hearing. How to prepare for an eviction court hearing is something many landlords are unfamiliar with because they do not think they will ever be in that situation. However, that’s unlikely to be true. Whether it’s…
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Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, discusses how to break up with your difficult tenants, including a discussion around strategies like cash for keys and evictions. Also in this episode, Andrew chats about owning a rental property with HOA management. Is it a good idea? Last, but not least, the latest on California’s pledge to cover 80%…
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Updated January 2021 Collecting rent is one of the primary aspects of your rental business, and there are many ways to bring in that cash flow. Some landlords prefer their tenants using checks; others accept cash. Depending on where you live, you might even be restricted by your state and local laws with regard to…
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Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about screening and leasing to couples. Should you just put one person on the lease? What if one applicant’s tenant score is significantly higher than the other applicant? Also in this episode, Andrew discusses the definition of “normal wear and tear,” and how to make it clear to tenants what…
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The repairs and improvements you make to your rental properties have a direct impact on the success of your business; will the effect be positive or negative? As a landlord, you know you must make repairs to your properties as necessary, and you might decide to make some improvements as well. What are the best…
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Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about cannabis in rentals. Is there a line that you can draw despite it being legal in some states? Also in this episode, Andrew discusses a story of tenants who overpaid for more than a year and never realized it. Last, but not least, how do you handle tenants who…
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At times, you may find that subleases can be a great way to bridge the gap between a broken lease and a long vacancy period. There are situations, however, when tenants will skip official protocol for an unofficial roommate or renter. Can a tenant sublet without permission? Landlords who realize their tenant is subletting an…
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Podcast Host, Andrew Schultz, chats about rent rate trends around the U.S. including what states are seeing a rapid decrease and what states are seeing an exponential increase. Also in this episode, Andrew discusses how to manage mailboxes in a shared rental. Should you just have your tenant get a P.O. Box? Last, but not…
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