Educational Articles for Landlords and Investors

Adding Your Property Manager as Additional Insured

As your property management partner, Evernest is committed to managing your property effectively and minimizing risks for you as a property owner. One crucial step in this process is naming Evernest as an "Additional Insured" on your homeowner’s insurance pol...

Landlords' Checklist: Here's How to Handle a Tenant Emergency With Ease

One of the most nerve-wracking aspects of being a landlord? The inevitable moment when your tenant calls with an emergency. Remember: it’s not a matter of *if* something will go wrong during a lease, but *when.* And let’s be honest, these situations often pop up at th...

Can I do a ‘Lease-Only’ Agreement with Evernest?

If you’re a landlord trying to decide how to handle management for your rental property, you may have thought about using lease-only services for marketing and resident placement.Here at Evernest, we offer lease-only services in some of our markets for landlords who prefer ...

Can I Rent My Home Fully Furnished? The Answer Might Surprise You

One of the most frequently asked questions by DIY landlords is, “can I rent my home fully furnished?” This is especially applicable if you're currently living in the home and are considering moving due to a job change or other milestone but may want to return in t...

Can You Rent Your Home to be Cashflow Positive?

Whether a property will be cashflow positive if turned into a rental is usually the first thing potential landlords wonder.Basically: Can you rent your home to cover the expenses of your mortgage, utility bills, and property taxes AND still earn a little income from the property?...

Sewer Line Inspection - Prevent Worsening Damage

When purchasing a new home, it’s best practice to hire a professional property inspector to conduct a thorough inspection of the interior and exterior of the property. Usually, this inspection includes a sewer line inspection, where the inspector will snake a camera through...

Everything Landlords Need to Know About the Security Deposit Return Letter

Every resident feels entitled to receive their security deposit returned in full, but rarely is that the case. You, as the landlord, have an uncomfortable burden in detailing any damage that has been done and why any funds are being withheld. Additionally, there are legal require...

How to Conduct a Move-Out Inspection

Moving out can be as stressful for landlords as it is for residents. As a property owner, ensuring a seamless transition between residents is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your property and keeping it in top condition. When a resident moves out, it's your opportuni...

Preventative Maintenance is the Key to Saving Thousands

Preventative maintenance for rental properties isn't always as straightforward as taking care of your own home. This kind of maintenance is easily missed in rental properties because landlords aren't living in their rentals day-in and day-out. This means it’s much e...

How to Keep a Resident for 20 Years

Keeping a resident long-term is a tall order. That’s because maintenance issues, rent increases, poor management, better opportunities, and personal life change can all lead any resident to potentially end their lease rather than renew. But it’s definitely in yo...