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Your rental investing education starts here. Created for investors, by investors. Over the years, we've written a good amount about topics like rental property investing, property management, being a successful landlord, and more. In order to help you navigate it a littl...

5 Ways a Property Management Company Can Cost You Thousands Of Dollars

5 Ways to Lose Tens of Thousands of Dollars On a Property Management CompanyIn 2015, Spencer, our Director of Marketing, got a call from an Oregon-based landlord who had bought some out-of-state properties in Alabama. This landlord told Spencer they were having trouble with their...

Reasons to Switch Multifamily Property Managers

Reasons to Switch Multifamily Property ManagersIn the real estate world, there are two types of investors, those looking to make fast cash on a fix and flip, and those interested in the continued revenue stream of a long-term investment. For investors looking to hold onto a multi...

The Ultimate Guide To Renting Your Home - How Should I Price My Home?

The Ultimate Guide To Renting Your Home - How Should I Price My Home?One of the first things to do when renting your home is set your rent. Rent your home for too low, and you might not profit. And even if you are profitable, you’re missing out on more rental income. B...

The Ultimate Question: Should I Invest in a Property With an HOA?

Should I Invest in a Property with an HOA?Many investors set out searching for prime real estate, but are instead greeted with a homeowner’s association, or HOA. Unless you already own a property with an HOA, you may have limited knowledge on what an HOA is and how they fun...

6 Benefits of Owning Rental Properties in Detroit, Michigan

6 Benefits of Owning Rental Properties in Detroit, MichiganRedfin currently rates Detroit as only somewhat competitive. Yet, some factors indicate that this market could soon begin to heat up once more. That means now could be the perfect time to jump into Detroit real estate. So...

Our Top Tips for Selling Your Rental Property in Columbus, Ohio

Our Top Tips for Selling Your Rental Property in Columbus, OhioThe Columbus, Ohio, real estate market has grown steadily over the past few years. These trends sped up as housing heated up in 2020-2021. As a result, you probably thought about selling your rental property in Columb...

What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the Rules

What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the RulesReal estate offers plenty of tax breaks to make investment more affordable. One of these tax breaks — Section 1031 — is perfect for investors looking to capitalize on property appreciation and acquire new properties. When used co...

Do You Need a Home Inspection to Rent a Home in Atlanta, Georgia?

Have you ever wondered if you need a home inspection to rent a home in Atlanta, Georgia? The answer may surprise you. While most landlords will require a home inspection before approving a lease, there are some situations where a home inspection is unnecessary. In ...

Benefits of Owning Rental Property in St. Louis, Missouri

Benefits of Owning Rental Property in St. Louis, MissouriSt. Louis, Missouri, is known for music, BBQ, baseball, and the Gateway Arch. But many may not realize the Gateway to the West can also be an excellent market for real estate investors. Its strong economy and low cost of li...