There are several potential advantages to owning a Section 8 rental property, such as guaranteed rent paid by the government and a waiting list of pre-screened tenants. However, some landlords…
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How to buy a second home & rent the first in 5 simple steps
It wasn’t that long ago that most people sold one home before buying another. Owning rental property was reserved for the 1% who had the right connections. Today, times have…
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Home equity hits record levels as we enter 2022
As we close off 2021, everyone is wondering what will happen to the housing market in the coming year. Brad Finkelstein of National Mortgage News (subscription required) reports on a…
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Writing a notice to a tenant to remove pets [free template]
One-third of all pet owners adopted during the pandemic and 78% of pet owners view their pet as a best friend or even a family member. Unfortunately, some people who…
Rental Security Deposits: The Simple Guide for Landlords
At first glance a rental security deposit might seem straightforward, but security deposits can be surprisingly complex. States and many municipalities have laws that regulate security deposits, such as the…
How long does a tenant eviction actually take?
A landlord may evict a tenant for not paying the rent, for violating a lease, or for refusing to leave when an existing lease ends. In all of these cases,…
Will there be a holiday surge in home sales activity?
Sellers have much to be thankful for this holiday season. According to Diana Olick of CNBC, mortgage applications saw a small jump during a time generally described as low season.…
Which expenses are operating expenses for rental property?
Analyzing the income and expenses of a rental property is a key part of real estate investing. While estimating rental income is pretty straightforward, predicting operating expenses can be a…
Can you create a rent roll in QuickBooks?
QuickBooks is used by millions of people worldwide, including real estate investors. While the software is good for generating basic financial reports, it can be frustrating to figure out how…
