Rental Analysis: Why It's Important and How to Do It Right

By Sandra Ferguson Saturday, October 21, 2023

In Texas, homes sell for an average of around $305,000. Believe it or not, this is less than half what you can expect to pay in California.To maximize your Houston real estate return on investment, it's essential to assess your rental property's potential. Conducting rent...

For Rent by Owner: The Pros and Cons

By Sandra Ferguson Saturday, October 7, 2023

For many, buying a home is not possible, and they're left with renting. At the beginning of 2021, around 43.32 million housing units were being rented by Americans.When you own an investment property, you can let your rental through an agency or become a private landlord. If ...

4 Common Rental Property Accounting Mistakes All Houston Landlords Should Avoid

By Sandra Ferguson Thursday, September 21, 2023

Did you know that between 45 and 50% of property owners in the United States manage their own properties? Most of these landlords are in charge of the accounting and management of three rental properties.Taking care of your rental property accounting comes with many perks, the ma...

A Houston Landlord's Guide on How to Conduct a Tenant Criminal Background Check

By Sandra Ferguson Thursday, September 7, 2023

63% of tenants say they have an excellent/good relationship with their landlords, which should provide you with some peace of mind. However, this can only happen if you carefully screen your renters. Otherwise, it's very likely you'll get tenants who don't respect you...

3 Things You Should Know About Landlord Rescue

By Sandra Ferguson Monday, August 21, 2023

Did you know that Houston has increasingly become a city of renters? Recent data shows that almost 60% of Houston is made up of people who rent. Are you a Houston, Texas landlord looking for expert property management services?Managing rental properties can be challenging whether...

How to Get the Most Out of Your Tenant Portal

By Sandra Ferguson Monday, August 7, 2023

93% of American households have access to some type of computer at home. Our lives are increasingly digital, and it's time for landlords to keep up. That's right; it's time to start using a tenant portal.If you're on the fence about using a tenant portal, we get i...

Rental Property Inspections: 4 Things You Should Know

By Sandra Ferguson Monday, July 24, 2023

Almost 60 percent of households in Houston are renters. That means that rental property is a booming business.If you're looking to become a landlord, you need to understand every part of the rental process - including the rules around inspections. Luckily, we've got the i...

3 Tips for Finding Homes for Rent in Houston, TX

By Sandra Ferguson Monday, July 10, 2023

Over 35% of American households currently rent their homes. This makes it incredibly difficult for newcomers looking at homes for rent as there aren't as many availabilities.Properties are getting scooped up the second they become available, especially if you're looking a...

How Much Should You Charge for Rent in Houston?

By Sandra Ferguson Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Living in Houston is great. But it's an even better place to be a rental property owner. 60% of residents live in rental units. And with home prices on the rise in the area, this figure will increase.If you are considering a property investment in Houston, TX, you may wonder ...

How Much Money Do You Need to Invest in Houston Real Estate?

By Sandra Ferguson Wednesday, June 7, 2023

It's no secret that Houston has a positively thriving real estate market. If you're thinking of investing in the area, now is certainly the moment. However, if you're new to the world of real estate investing, the question of cost might be holding you back.How much do...