Educational Articles for Landlords and Investors

How Much Do Property Managers Charge?

As a rental property owner, choosing to utilize the services of a management company is a big decision. But, before diving in headfirst, you should take the time to get an idea of some of the average property management fees to see if it makes sense for you.Beyond that, it’...

4 Houses You Must Avoid Adding to Your Rental Portfolio

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Self Management vs Property Management: Which Should You Choose?

Years back, a small real estate investor, who also happened to be an attorney, contacted Evernest about property management services. Up to that point, he had managed his properties on his own. However, as an attorney, he realized his time spent self-managing was worth far more e...

The Big Debate: Buy a Turnkey or Buy a Fixer-Upper?

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How Much Should I Rent My Denver Home For?

As a rental property homeowner getting your home ready for rent is just the first of many hurdles you must overcome. Next, you’ll need to figure out what an appropriate amount of rent is for your home.How much should I charge for rent? Thankfully, the answer doesn’t ...

Tips for Renting a House

As a resident, it can be stressful going through the application and then the rental process. But, with the right set of knowledge, you can be on your way to a successful renting experience.These rental tips will help you to cultivate a positive relationship with your property ow...

Should You Allow Residents to Move in Without Paying a Deposit?

Can a Resident Move In Without Paying Deposit?As a property owner, it’s common to require a rent or security deposit of some sort from your residents before they move in. Ultimately, this deposit will provide you with a financial cushion to cover any costs due to damages, l...

Things Residents Try to Hide from Background Checks

Screening for the right resident by conducting a thorough rent background check is an essential part of property management. After all, you want responsible residents who will live peacefully in your unit without damaging anything and pay rent on time. Unfortunately, finding resi...