Best Practices for Tenant Communication
Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, having great communication is key. Open and effective tenant communication is the best method of attaining a stress-free …
New 1099 Requirements for Landlords and Rental Property Taxes
If you’re a gig worker, self-employed contractor, or landlord, you’ll want to take note of some changes that may affect the way you handle cash …
Convenience is King—The Rental Amenities Tenants Want
The adage, “cash is king,” is true for many, but when it comes to rentals “convenience is king.” Here are the rental amenities new renters …
What are a Landlord’s Heating Responsibilities?
With the cold winter months upon us, there are more and more questions about heating. Who is responsible for heating a rental property? What kind of …
Rental Snow Removal Policy and Notice to Tenants
Well, it’s that time of year. For many of you reading this, snow is coming to your area if it hasn’t already shown up. As …
Tips for Manage Rising Property Tax on Rentals
Property tax revenue is typically used to pay for municipal projects and services like fire departments, police enforcement, community recreation, and schools. Property taxes may …
Squash these Late Rent Excuses with Online Rent Collection
If you’ve already had to hunt down rent payments, you know how frustrating it can be to hear late rent excuses from your tenants. More …
How to Budget and Plan for Rental Property Expenses
Finding renters and collecting monthly rent are only two aspects of renting out your home. Preparing for all essential and unforeseen rental property expenses is …
The Best Landlord Resources? Other Landlords
Being a landlord comes with a lot of work. If you’ve never had experience in property management or real estate, you may feel like you’ve …
How to Report Rent Payments to Credit Bureaus for Free
It’s not unusual for tenants to spend 30% or more of their income on renting a place to live. Unfortunately, landlords don’t typically report rent …
