How to Venture into Real Estate with a Bad Credit Score

A good credit score is one of the most valuable assets of any potential real estate investor. Luckily, you can still invest in real estate with a bad credit score by various means. Before looking at how you can invest in real estate with a bad credit score, let’s look at the different types of […]

Investing in Real Estate with Low Credit Score

  Property ownership is often seen as a path to future wealth. However, for those with low credit scores, the ability to secure loans at reasonable rates can be an impediment to entering the market. In some cases, a bad credit score may disqualify you right out of the gate. This article will focus on […]

Reevaluating Rental Rates

      There are many factors that influence the right rental rate for a home. The value of the neighborhood and the home’s assessed property value may go up. Increased demand and increased maintenance costs factor into the rent you expect for a property. When property values go up, so too must the rent. […]

Negotiating in a Crowded Market

The real estate market is hot right now. This is good for sellers because they can list their home and have it sold within a few days or weeks. That being said, buyers are struggling with all of the competition. Many homes are getting multiple offers due to the current market, making it hard for […]

Single-Family Home vs. Duplex Repairs + Notices

Duplexes are multi-family homes with two units standing in one building. The duplex could either be a two-story building with one front yard, or the units could stand side by side, sharing a wall. On the other hand, a single-family home is built on a separate property and is not attached to any other building. […]

Property Management + Tax Deductions

Why Property Management Fee Is a Tax-Deductible Expense When you own a rental property, the responsibilities include purchasing monthly rent and paying the required building expenses. You are also supposed to screen prospective tenants, maintain the property as per the law and address any complaint. Managing a rental property is a tedious job. Consequently, it […]

How Often Should You Visit Your Property?

With Property Managers, When is Visiting Your Property Too Much? Inspecting your property is essential and a personal decision depending on the kind of property you are renting, the type of tenants you attract and the type of relationship you want to establish with your tenant. Property inspections will help you assess the home’s condition […]

Single-Family Home vs. Duplex

Investing in real estate is a great mechanism to diversify investments. Nonetheless, it is suitable for real estate investors to be familiar with managing different types of houses. Such information will help you make well-informed decisions and handle their obligations perfectly. Let’s look at what it will take to manage a single-family home vs. a […]

How Property Management Fees Figure Into Your Business Taxes

  Whether you are an experienced landlord or just getting started, thinking about your taxes can be a huge hassle. It is important that you are ready when the time comes so that you can quickly and easily get your taxes completed. Are property management fees deductible on your taxes? Any property management fees are […]