Dealing With Noise Complaints

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As a landlord, you must understand the significance of addressing tenant complaints swiftly and effectively to maintain a harmonious environment for your tenants.  This comprehensive guide delves into the art of dealing with noise complaints. From understanding the factors determining a complaint’s validity to implementing strategies for resolution, we’ll equip you with the knowledge and…

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Why You Should Invest in Real Estate over the Stock Market

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Investing is the best way to put your money to work and build your wealth over time, and there are tons of investment options to choose from. A great option is to invest in the real estate market. Many investors prefer it because it comes with many perks, such as earning passive income and growing…

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Rental Property Marketing Mistakes

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No one likes vacancies. After all, a vacant rental is more vulnerable to risks such as theft and property damage, and may signify a loss of income. Luckily, you can attract a wide pool of prospective tenants quickly by effectively marketing your rental property. Unfortunately, many landlords don’t know what it takes to successfully market…

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How to Know if Your Rental Meets Safety Standards

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As a landlord, you should always strive to provide a safe and secure environment for your tenants. Ensuring that your rental property meets the state and city’s safety standards protects your tenants, helps your rental business maintain a positive reputation, and minimizes your liability.  By taking the time to assess various aspects of your rental…

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Costs That Landlords Don’t Notice They’re Accruing

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Being a landlord comes with its fair share of responsibilities and expenses. While some costs may be obvious and easy to track, there are certain expenses that landlords often overlook or underestimate.  These hidden costs can easily add up and eat into profits when left unattended—which can have an adverse impact on the overall financial…

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6 Best Ways of Retaining a Tenant

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For a rental business to thrive, it’s important to establish good relations with the tenants and encourage them to stay long term. Learning how to attract the best renters is the key to gaining steady returns. Finding and keeping superb-quality renters requires following a series of steps.  When landlords value and respect their renters, they…

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End of Tenancy Cleaning

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After their tenancy expires, it’s a tenant’s duty to return the property as clean as they received it and perform an end of tenancy cleaning. This process is facilitated by having an end of tenancy cleaning checklist, and including any specific expectations in the lease agreement.  To help you better understand this aspect of managing…

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Renter-Friendly Decorating Ideas

Investing in a rental property can be a good way to earn income. However, with the many available properties for rent almost anywhere, it’s important to know how to make your property stand out among the competition.  To be a successful rental property owner, you should aim for a high occupancy rate. To do this,…

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How to Hire Movers

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Moving to a new place can be exciting, but the process of getting your belongings packed up and transferred can often leave you stressed. Employing the services of a professional moving company can reduce the workload and save up a lot of time. Working with movers could grant you peace of mind, as they have…

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8 Helpful Tips to Make Your Rental Application Stand Out

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Do you have your eye on a charming apartment in Norfolk, Suffolk, or elsewhere in Virginia? The truth is, so do hundreds of other interested renters. The competition is tight, so you have to do something to stand out from the crowd and be the chosen one to sign the lease. Having a rental application…

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