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...

How to Be a Good Landlord: The Qualities to Have

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Whether you are a new or experienced landlord, there is always more you can learn about navigating the housing market. Housing trends can change fast, and it is crucial to keep up.It isn't easy to know how to be a good landlord, especially after a pandemic that rocked the hou...

How to Screen a Tenant: The Basics Explained

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Are you a landlord looking for new tenants for your property? Whether you're new to renting or are a property manager for a landlord, finding good tenants takes a lot of work and effort.From conducting background checks and checking credit scores to complying with the tenant/...

Should I Allow Pets in My Rental Properties?

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, August 17, 2021

About 76% or 85 million families have pets. If you own rental property, this is a large portion of the population that could become your tenants. However, this also means you'll need to allow pets in your rental properties. Many rental owners don't allow pets because...

The Importance of Conducting a Tenant Background Check

By Sandra Ferguson Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Being a landlord can be a very lucrative option. in certain areas of the country, landlords will make more than an average wage in the United States.Texas happens to be the 11th best state for landlords in terms of earnings. On average, they make $70,000 per year, which is a...