How to Become a Section 8 Landlord: An Informative Guide

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, February 22, 2022

The numbers don't lie: a startling 2.1 million Americans live in Section 8 housing. It's a worthwhile program that provides affordable housing to 2.8% of Americans through rental and housing subsidies.The truth is-- dealing with Section 8 housing is not that muc...

A Quick Guide to Rent Collection for Landlords

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, February 8, 2022

If you're a property owner with one or more rental properties, rent collection is a big part of making money.Being a landlord isn't an easy task. You've got to maintain the property, make sure your tenants are satisfied, market vacant properties, and collect rent from...

4 Property Maintenance Tips in Houston, Texas

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Want to become a successful landlord in Houston, Texas? One way to do this is by conducting regular property maintenance. It's really that easy! If you own rental properties, you understand how important it is to maintain a good relationship with your tenants. And t...

3 Tips for Getting Started in Real Estate Investing

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Houston's housing market is still hot right now. Are you considering buying a property and joining the ranks of property investors? Real estate investing isn't as easy as it looks. Many people think that it's simple passive income, but in reality, it's a chal...

6 Common Property Marketing Mistakes to Avoid for Landlords

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Did you know that the median asking price for rent has reached an all-time high at $1,190? Rent has been steadily on the rise for over a decade and doesn't show signs of slowing down soon.If you're a landlord who has increased the price of rent to follow the demand, you m...

Top 5 Factors to Consider When Picking Property Management Services

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, December 7, 2021

On average, landlords own three properties under their name, but only 45% of those landlords manage their own properties. In contrast, 44% hire someone or outsource property management to a third party.If you've come across this article, you are probably thinking about doing ...

A Landlord's Guide to Navigating the Eviction Process

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Across the US, approximately 44.1 million households are renters. These are people who are expected to abide by lease agreements, pay their rent on time, and generally be good tenants. So, what can a landlord do when the tenant turns out to be a not-so-good tenant? Certainly...

A Quick Tenant Screening Checklist For Landlords

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, November 2, 2021

Have you ever had nightmare tenants? Not only can this be stressful to manage, but it could also impact your investment returns and financial wellbeing. This is why tenant screening is such an important process and you need to have a robust tenant screening process in place to id...

The Beginner's Guide to Successful Real Estate Investing

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Real estate investing is growing in popularity as a great way to earn passive income. However, beginners in real estate investment can struggle to find the right properties to invest in. It's easy to lose money when you start out without the proper tools for success.What are ...

How Property Maintenance Can Make or Break Your Rental

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, October 5, 2021

If you're a new landlord trying to make it in the world of property investment, you might not yet know about the importance of keeping your tenants happy and maintaining a great property.Too many landlords let property maintenance fall by the wayside. While this might work fo...