May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Every landlord wants to make their rental property as attractive as possible to potential tenants. After all, that’s how you attract the best tenants and what allows you to charge the most rent. In order to appeal to tenants, though, you need to know what they...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Being a landlord is running a business, and like any business, you have the right to deduct certain business-related expenses. There are certain operating expenses that the IRS allows landlords to deduct from their income. In order to qualify under the tax code, the...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Many people are motivated by the desire to be a landlord. The promise of steady cash flow and growing equity is quite appealing. However, there are risks associated with being a landlord, just as there are risks in any business venture. Don’t be deterred by the...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
In order to keep your rental property profitable, you have to be able to stretch your maintenance dollars. Maintenance bills can really add up, and sometimes you need to be able to prioritize the repairs that are more important and those that can wait. You can...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Buying a rental property seems like an easy way to make some extra cash; just sit back and let the checks roll in, right? While it is a great investment, it is not quite as simple as some would like to think. That hasn’t stopped many people, though. Purchasing an...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
In part one of this series, we discussed the fact that renting out your home is an increasingly popular option for families who are interested in purchasing a new residence. Many people have discovered that they were better off to retain ownership of their home and...
