RentPrep Podcast #414

How To Eliminate Pet Odor In Rental (Podcast #414)

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…
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vrbo vs airbnb

Airbnb vs VRBO: Which Is Best For Landlords?

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…
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raising the rent

How To Raise The Rent On A Property

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…
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Tenant Snuck In Pet, Now What? (Podcast #411)

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…
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Top smoke detectors for apartments

5 Best Smoke Detectors For Apartments And Small Rental Properties

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…
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RentPrep Podcast #410

When To Replace Rental Appliances (Podcast #410)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about replacing rental appliances. How many times should you repair an appliance before kicking it to the curb? Sometimes, tenants want to treat your rental as if it’s their own home by doing things like mowing the yard. As a landlord,…
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What Are The Best Places For Airbnb Investing? (Guide)

Airbnb property investment continues to skyrocket in popularity. Are there still profitable cities in which to start your own short-term rental properties today? The best cities for Airbnb may surprise you as you begin to research expanding your investment portfolio. While popular tourist destinations like Florida remain on the list, cities with less obvious tourist…
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How To Deal With Rude Tenants (Podcast #409)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, discusses how best to deal with a rude tenant. If you find it impossible to have a civil conversation with your renter, you’ll want to listen in. If you have a tenant with a million and one excuses for why their rent…
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Basic Real Estate Terms And Definitions For Landlords

Do you ever need clarification about the meaning of sample lease agreements, mortgage terms, or other real estate terms? You’re not alone. Landlords and industry professionals find that real estate terminology includes hundreds of words, many of which they aren’t familiar with. Do you know more than the most basic real estate terms? While you…
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RentPrep Podcast #408

Tenant Starts Rental On Fire. Now What? (Podcast #408)

In this week’s episode, Podcast Host, Property Manager & Business Owner, Andrew Schultz, chats about a tenant that starts a rental property on fire. What is the responsibility of the tenant vs. the landlord? Relationships can be hard. Find out what to do when there is a fight in your rental property between two partners…
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