Every landlord has encountered a difficult tenant, with issues ranging from payment, property upkeep, or just general neediness. These are the tenants who make renewal decisions the most difficult. But the grass is not always greener on the other side. How can you decide whether to retain your difficult tenant for another rental term?

Whether you send them a lease renewal or a non-renewal document comes down to your long-term goal, the property… Read More »

Ever-present technology means that breaking news and social media are regular fixtures during our waking hours. When every opinion has an outlet, you may see more and more rental horror stories that can scare you out of being a landlord. While it is true that being a landlord can have its awful moments, there is room for the mundane and true rewards in the life of the landlord as well. As you look a little… Read More »

Setting your rental rate is a delicate balance. The best way to increase your cash flow is to increase the rental amounts. Whether you are placing a new renter or renewing a long-time tenant, there are careful considerations that must be made.

Often, the easiest time to increase rent is when initially placing a new tenant. When the old tenant leaves and a new tenant arrives, there are no emotional attachments or preconceived… Read More »