According to the US Census Bureau, small-portfolio, non-institutional landlords—in other words, ordinary individuals and families—own about 75% of all rental…
Author: Chris Lee
Chris comes from a family of real estate investors, and remembers well his childhood of helping to prepare apartments between renters. He now manages his own property, apartment complexes, and condos. He has particular insight into the issues around short-term rentals as he manages those for himself and for other owners.
Understanding Rental Lease Agreements: A Landlord’s Guide
A solid rental lease agreement is the foundation of a successful landlord-tenant relationship, ensuring clarity, protection, and a pleasant living…
Top 15 Tips for New Landlords
Being a first-time landlord can be both exciting and challenging. From filling vacancies to managing tenants, you may come across…
Should I Hire a Property Manager for My Rentals?
Managing rental properties can be a time-consuming and stressful task, especially if you have multiple properties or tenants. Hiring a…
Can Tenants Pay Rent with a Credit Card?
As a landlord, you may have wondered if you should accept credit cards as a form of rent payment from…
What is Landlord Insurance?
Why Homeowners Insurance isn’t Enough for Your Rental Property Homeowners and landlords alike all know that they need insurance for…
Rental Loss Insurance: Best Ways Landlords Can Protect Against Lost Rent
Landlords might experience lost rent due to several reasons, such as property damages, fire, flood, etc. Sometimes a tenant may…
Cash for Keys Instead of Eviction: What Landlords Need to Know
“Cash for keys” is a term used to describe a situation where a landlord offers a tenant a sum of…
7 Reasons to Have a Separate Bank Account for Rental Property (Infographic)
Download the PDF It is best to have a separate bank account for rental property to keep personal funds separate…
Rental Property Spreadsheets: Should Landlords Use Excel or Property Management Software?
When it comes to property management and bookkeeping, many independent landlords and property managers still rely on rental property spreadsheets.…
