Tenants who always pay their rent on time deserve a boost to their credit score, right? Unfortunately, this doesn’t happen on its own. Although rent makes up a large portion of most tenants’ monthly expenses, only credit-related payments are automatically reported and included in credit score calculations. But this does not include rent. Rent reporting…Read More
Ever wondered, “What is a certificate of occupancy?” It’s like your property’s official stamp of approval, issued by the local building and zoning department. This legal document specifies the approved uses of the property, such as residency or commercial activity, and confirms that the building is suitable and safe for those purposes. As a landlord,…Read More
In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about the necessary steps to ensure that pet odor has been eliminated from a rental property. Sometimes, you’ll come to a rental property that offers oil heat. For those used to gas or electric, this can be, well, scary. Find out…Read More
Are you finding that more people are vying for fewer ideal rental properties? This can be frustrating when you’re looking for a good investment. The best deals are often snatched up by the time you hear about them, or get more expensive as multiple buyers compete for a purchase. If you’re struggling to find a…Read More
Do you want to make more money from your rental property? You can join the new trend of renting it to people who need a place to stay for a short time. These are usually travelers who prefer a homey environment over a traditional hotel. There are currently two big names for listing your property…Read More
Updated September 2023 In today’s competitive rental market, it’s common for landlords to raise the rent on their properties periodically. While setting the right rent to attract tenants and maximize value is challenging, the bigger hurdle is often discussing and implementing this rent increase with your tenants. Tenants will often question why their rent is…Read More
Are you a landlord struggling to find reliable tenants for your rental properties? Don’t worry, we understand the challenges you face. Finding tenants quickly not only reduces the time your property sits vacant but also maximizes your income. What matters even more, though, is finding tenants who pay on time, adhere to the lease requirements,…Read More
In 2021, Republic Realm purchased property in The Sandbox Metaverse with the intention of developing 100 island villas. On their first day of sales, they sold 90 of their islands for $15,000 each, and they are now reselling for over $100,000. This is an incredible return on investment considering no one will ever set a…Read More
In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about what to do when you unexpectedly find a pet that your tenant snuck into the rental when your lease specifically says no pets. Should tenants pay the utility bills or should a landlord? It depends. Find out what to do…Read More
Yes, it is a legal requirement for landlords to install and maintain functioning smoke detectors in all rental properties, to ensure your tenants are living in a safe environment. Laws do vary among the states, but you can assume that maintaining a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector is a minimum requirement. Local laws will…Read More
