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Should You Rent a House or an Apartment?

1 October 2015
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

If your lease is about up and you're looking for a new place to live, you may be wondering if you should rent a house or an apartment. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, so it's a good idea to examine both. Here's a quick look at some of the differences between the two. Quick Manager Access There's often a manager onsite at an apartment complex. That means you'll have someone who can come over right away when you have an emergency. Read More …

Tips For Dealing With Difficult Tenants

1 October 2015
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

As a landlord, challenging tenants are an inevitability. Even with the best screening process, you may still find yourself with a tenant who is demanding, difficult and problematic. If this should happen, it's important that you have a plan in place to deal with them. Otherwise, you may find yourself struggling to keep the peace. Here are some tips to help you deal with difficult tenants. Remain Objective Objectivity is important when you're dealing with challenging tenants. Read More …

Strange Rules You Might Find With A Homeowners Association

30 September 2015
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

If you are looking at a home for sale in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), you should understand that this organization will have a set of Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions (CC&Rs). Before you buy the home, you should thoroughly read this document, so that you fully understand the rules of the community. If you are not careful, you might encounter some strange rules. Here are three strange rules found in the CC&Rs of some HOAs. Read More …

3 Benefits Of Accepting Online Payments From Tenants

30 September 2015
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

Rental properties are only successful when units stay occupied and tenants pay their rent. There are many methods you can use as a property management company to keep units occupied, and there is one great option you can use for collecting rental payments – accept online payments. Here are three benefits of allowing your tenants to pay their rent online. Easier organization When people pay with checks or cash, you will physically need to record the receipt of these payments. Read More …

How To Find That Perfect Neighborhood When Moving To A New City

30 September 2015
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

Moving to a new city can be an exciting time, but it can also be a very stressful time. The most important thing you have to do right away is find a nice neighborhood to live. Trying to find apartments online can be difficult if you aren't familiar with the city and its neighborhoods. Here is how you can find a good neighborhood to rent an apartment in once you move to a new city. Read More …
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What is the perfect home? What is perfect for one person may be too small or large for another? Do you want a home made of brick or do you want one made of wood? Do you want a condo or do you want a house on a nice big piece of land? Getting a few answers before you begin looking for your new home can eliminate many of the options on the market. This will help to decrease the time it takes for you to search for the home that you find perfect for yourself and your family's needs.