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5-Minute Guide to NARPM's RMP Property Manager Certification
Do you want some assurances that the property manager you hire has received some focused education and property management experience?...
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Choosing the Right Insurance for Your Rental Property
The number one goal of your rental business should be to make money, not give it away. One way to protect you and your investment...
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Short-Term Bridge Debt for Commerical or Multifamily Real Estate
A bridge loan is a short-term real estate loan with a term typically between 6 months to 3 years. These loans can, in the right...
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5 Things to Know About Buying REO
When it comes to selling REO (or "real estate owned") properties, banks have one simple goal---they want to minimize their losses. This generally means that...
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Should You Keep Your Inherited House? How to Assess the Costs
If you're like most people who've just inherited a house, you're probably struggling to decide what to do with the asset. Given the dismal state...
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Reducing Rental Property Investment Risks
2011 was a record year for real estate investment. According to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors, 1.23 million homes were purchased...
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Survey reveals that professional property managers cut vacancy rates in half
While increased ROI on rental properties is far from the only reason to hire a professional property manager, many property investors want to see clear...
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Common Maintenance Issues and How to Avoid Getting Calls About Them
Once you've placed a responsible tenant in your rental, your major responsibilities as a landlord, outside of collecting rent, will likely revolve around keeping the...
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5 Easy Plumbing Fixes Every Landlord Should Know
Plumbing issues seem to arise more than any other maintenance problem in a rental property. Although some problems will require professional attention, being able to...
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How Segmented Depreciation Can Lower Your Tax Bill
When it comes to itemizing the depreciation of your rental property on your yearly tax return, there are a couple of options to consider. While...
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Tax Breaks Every Landlord Should Take
Whether you're new to the business of owning income property or an experienced hand, you may be losing money by missing out on key tax...
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Utilities: Who Should Pay for What and Why
When it comes to deciding whether you or your tenant should pay for the utility costs associated with your rental property, there are several options...
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5 Tips for Cutting Utility Costs
Not only are "green" rental properties becoming increasingly trendy as energy issues continue to gain public awareness, energy efficient rentals benefit both landlords and tenants....
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Managing Student Tenants
While you may be experienced in the art of dealing with tenants---including meeting their needs, communicating with them through the application process and responding appropriately...
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Property Investment Opportunities in College Towns
One sector of the country's real estate market that will likely never endure a substantial slump is student housing. Millions of young adults head off...
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