Owner Education
Investing in a Property Sight Unseen: What You Need to Know
Rising mortgage rates and higher home prices are deterring a lot of people from buying a home, but for investors; it’s business as usual. During the recent frenzy of people buying up whatever was available, a number of investors from different geographic regions decided to buy properties even without seeing them. Buying a property sight…
Read MoreOversights a Property Management Company Can Help Landlords Prevent
Oversights have to be expected from time to time; you’re busy, and mistakes happen. However, when you’re renting out a property, those oversights can usually have some serious consequences. They might be expensive. Minor missteps are no big deal. They’re easy to correct. But what about the major oversights that can potentially land you in…
Read MoreNavigating the Vancouver Rental Landscape: A 2024 Guide for Property Owners
Vancouver, Washington, has long been emerging as a hotspot for real estate investments. The city has been experiencing growth in both population and employment sectors, which has had a direct impact on the local rental market. For real estate investors and rental property owners, understanding and adapting to the dynamics and trends in the current…
Read MoreHow to Properly Price Your Short-Term Rent
Short term rentals provide a number of benefits. You’re earning more on a per-night basis, for example, and you can use the property yourself when you need to or want to. Your profitability and your ease in attracting guests will depend on accurate pricing. The right price will depend on a number of factors, including: …
Read MoreVancouver’s Cap on Short-Term Rentals: Why You Need to Invest Now
If you’re renting out a short-term property in Vancouver, things have recently become more complicated for you. We want to make sure that you’re up to date on the new requirements, the cost of your business license and permit, and the upcoming effective date that the latest city law goes into effect. Property owners and…
Read MoreTips on Filling Gaps and Vacancies Between Guests
Vacancies between guests are going to happen; unless you’re renting out a home with a long-term lease, you can expect frequent turnover periods between your short term guests. This can be disruptive to your recurring income and your long term return on investment (ROI). Unless you make good use of that time. What can you…
Read MoreMaximizing Returns: Understanding the Risks and Rewards of Real Estate Investing
To effectively maximize the returns you earn on your investment, you need to understand the risks and rewards of investing in real estate. Yes, you’ll earn consistent and recurring monthly rent as long as you’re able to identify, place, and retain good tenants. And yes, you’ll earn long term returns as your property appreciates in…
Read MoreBoost Your Rentals: The Power of Building a Strong Online Presence for Your Properties
Your rental property can benefit from a strong online presence, and so can you. Tenants are looking for their next home online. They’re using popular rental sites, they’re checking their social media feeds, and they’re scouring the internet for ideas and opinions on where they should live and what they should rent. You need to…
Read MoreLandscaping Tips to Make Maintaining Your Rental Property Easier
Maintaining a rental property can be difficult work, especially when it comes to landscaping. From mowing the lawn and pulling weeds to planting flowers and mulching walkways, it’s essential that rental property owners keep their properties well-maintained both indoors and outdoors. This does not have to be as complicated as it may seem. With a…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Building a Strong Community in Your Rental Properties
Creating a sense of community in your rental properties is an excellent way to retain residents, provide an outstanding rental experience, and build your reputation as a landlord who gets it. Community creates a sense of belonging and allows people to feel like they’ve found a home. When your tenants feel like they’ve settled into…
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