Real Estate Research Tools

#92: Night School: Using Free Google Tools for a Better Landlord Business

While there are several different options out there when it comes to online tools, Google tools work well together and give both beginners and experienced landlords what they need to operate effectively. In this episode of Night School, we’ll go over the different Google tools that can aid landlords in running a better business….
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#91: Night School: Why You Should Make Friends With Court Personnel

It’s a good idea when participating in real estate investing to expand the network of professionals that can affect everything from buying property to evicting tenants. On this episode of Night School, we’ll talk about importance of developing friendly, professional relationships with court personnel and how that interaction may benefit those in the real estate…
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TransUnion Credit Reports and Resident Score

#90: Night School: Is the SmartMove Report, Right For You?

When it comes to being a landlord, there are so many resources out there that many wonder which ones are worthwhile and which ones are a waste of time. In this episode of Night School, we’ll reveal whether the SmartMove Report, a tenant screening service from TransUnion, is a worthwhile resource for landlords….
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#88: Night School: Are BiggerPockets Meetups Worth Your Time?

Bigger Pockets, a website for real estate investors, often facilitates meetups around the country for interested participants. In this episode of Night School, we’ll examine whether or not the Bigger Pocket meetups are worth a landlord’s time and compare them to other landlord or investment association meetings….
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Podcast 87: Should Landlords Ask for Tenants' Bank Statements?

#87: Night School: Should You Ask For Bank Statements?

Getting a good financial picture of a rental applicant is vital to a landlord’s decision-making process. However, what kind of financial information is needed to paint an accurate portrait and is there anything that is off limits? In this episode of Night School, we’ll check out the reasons why landlords might want to see bank…
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Property Managers and Landlords

#86: Night School: Good Guys Finish Last When Managing Properties

Many people, including landlords, don’t like conflict and struggle with being assertive in a business setting. When it comes to managing properties, it’s hard for landlords to remain timid and still be successful. In this episode, we’ll talk about the proper balance in personality when dealing with rental properties, tenants, contractors and others….
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Podcast 85: Nuisance Abatement Laws for Landlords

#85: Nuisance Abatement Laws: Good or Bad for Landlords?

Nuisance abatement laws are community policing efforts that use complaints, violations and even recurring police visits to improve quality of life and solve safety problems within municipalities. In this episode of Night School, we’ll examine nuisance abatement laws and evaluate what’s good and what’s bad about them for landlords. Transcription: Nuisance Abatement Laws: Good or Bad for…
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#83: Night School: Change of Property Ownership

Landlords who are thinking of buying or selling real estate with tenants in place have several things they need to think about, from transferring records to notifying the tenants. In this episode of Night School, we’ll talk about what real estate investors need to know to make the process as smooth as possible….
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Podcast 82: Burglaries at a Rental Property

#82: Night School: Burglary Prevention Tips

In order to protect tenants and property, landlords should really take extra steps to ensure the rental unit doesn’t attract burglars. In this episode of Night School, we’ll review several tips and suggestions for what landlords can do on their own to create a place that is less likely to be a target for crime….
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Podcast 81: Top 5 Eviction Mistakes Landlords Make

#81: Top 5 Eviction Mistakes Most Landlords Make

Evictions are a part of being a landlord and they are definitely complicated and involve a lot of knowledge to get it right. In this episode of Night School, we’ll take an in-depth look at the top mistakes that landlords make when it comes to the eviction process and how to avoid them. Transcription: Top 5…
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