Millions of people in the United States have disabilities. Often, these individuals find that traditional housing options don’t meet their needs. Landlords can attract these potential tenants by taking time to make an apartment handicap accessible so that these rental properties are more comfortable, welcoming, and friendly to those with special needs. To get a…Read More
The real estate industry is a huge, sprawling industry that intersects with many other industries in the United States and around the world. There are always companies coming and going, and it can be hard to have a complete understanding of what currently operating businesses have to offer. CBRE is one of those companies. They…Read More
There are a lot of things in the world that can be dangerous when used improperly. Something as simple as an oven to a more obviously dangerous item like a gun can be risky to have around the house, but that does not necessarily mean that a landlord is allowed to ban them. With changing…Read More
One of the most frustrating parts of being a landlord is dealing with out-of-control tenants and their out-of-control guests. There is no more significant event that highlights this frustration than when a tenant decides to throw a party. Landlords: You need to stop your rental property from becoming party central. Allowing parties to occur can…Read More
Property management is an essential business for many in the rental industry. Landlords and tenants work with property managers on both sides, making their role necessary. If you’re ready to learn how to start a property management company and get involved in this thriving market, today’s your day to know more. Running a property management…Read More
When people are planning a big move to a new neighborhood or a new investment in a property in an unfamiliar area, they often want to research the location to find out if it is likely to be a good fit for their needs. From researching schools to researching crime rates, tenants looking for rentals…Read More
Most people think of landlords and tenants living in separate spaces, but what about when you decide to rent out a room in your home? When you do this, you become a landlord just as surely as if you owned another building that you would be renting out completely. Still, the rules and regulations might…Read More
SmartMove is one of TransUnion’s tenant screening products. And, as you may know, TransUnion is one of three major credit bureaus along with Experian and Equifax. In this SmartMove review, we will discuss the pros and the cons of their tenant screening product. Before we begin, let’s briefly examine how the product has evolved. What…Read More
When working in the rental industry, you’re going to be doing improvements to your properties from time to time. Sometimes, you’ll hire contractors, and they’ll handle everything from plans to ordering materials to installation. At other times, you’ll rely on yourself and your own team of contractors to do the installations. Many landlords love this…Read More
You may be devoted to your furry, four-legged family member, but few would argue that he could wreak havoc on your carpet if he wanted to. If you are living in a pet-friendly rental home, you have probably paid a bigger than usual deposit to cover extra wear and tear, but if the actions of your pet…Read More
