

Staple supplies for landlords to keep on hand
If you’re a landlord who wants to run a tight ship, you need certain supplies on hand to deal with common situations. These supplies...


9 maintenance issues tenants are responsible for
Maintaining a clean, safe, and livable rental property is a shared commitment. The law requires a landlord to provide a safe and...


Do I have to pay rent if I lose my job?
The short answer is YES! If you’re in financial trouble and can’t pay all your bills, make sure you pay rent. Otherwise, you can be...


What are your residential mortgage options when buying a rental?
Recently, I went down a residential mortgage rabbit hole. I’ve been considering buying a vacation rental. With dreams of beachfront...


Danger Danger – Be Cautious of CASH
If a potential applicant wants to pay with cash and move in right away, I usually tell him/her that I need a few days to do the...


Top 8 ways to know if your rental meets safety standards
The most successful landlords understand the importance and value of conducting regular property inspections. Making sure your rental...


How to protect your tenant’s sensitive information
The massive Equifax data breach of 2017 revealed that identity thieves are constantly updating the methods they use to steal sensitive...


What to consider when buying a foreclosure for a rental property
The lure of a good deal can make some pounce before they think, and foreclosures are no exception. Let’s say you’re scanning the internet...


Don’t Use the Deposit for Last Month’s Rent
As a Landlord, never volunteer to accept the deposit as the last month’s rent. On the practical side, if you use the deposit money for...