As we discussed in the first two sections of this series on top landlord troubles, being a landlord is a great way to earn income while simultaneously building equity in real estate. Don't go into a career as a landlord expecting nothing but piles of cash, though....

As a landlord, one of your biggest ongoing concerns is making sure that your tenants pay the rent on time. After all, you still have to pay the mortgage, whether the tenant pays their rent or not. Check out these tips for making sure that you get paid on time. #1 –...

The American rental market is improving. That's great news, but it's no guarantee. Landlords still have to be competitive in order to secure tenants. It takes more than just posting an ad to find a great tenant; you have to compete with the other rentals in your area....

As a landlord, you want your tenants to take good care of your property and keep it clean. Unfortunately, that doesn't always happen. Dirty tenants are more than just a nuisance. Their bad habits can damage your property, make it difficult to re-rent, and decrease its...

It is your responsibility as a landlord to provide your tenants with a habitable dwelling, which includes ensuring that the space has the essentials, like heat. You want to make sure that your property is well-maintained, and your tenant has a responsibility to take...

Anyone who buys a home, whether they plan to live in it or rent it out, worries about the possibility of hidden problems. Home inspection services are built upon our fear of the unknown and our desire to find out what might go wrong before we commit to a major...

Bed bug infestations are a hot topic in the media. (Forbes: Bedbugs Infest Manhattan Office, California Theater, NY Subway) Infestations have spread throughout the United States and Europe. As a landlord, you could potentially become liable for a bed bug infestation...

Nationally, the rent index is increasing at a rate of 3.6% per year. As a landlord, you are likely won't keep the rent at the same rate forever. But some are afraid that raising the rent will mean that they have to find new tenants. This doesn't have to be the case....

As a landlord, the one time when you are most likely to face a dispute with your tenant is when the time comes to return or withhold the security deposit. Most tenants thinks that they deserves to be refunded their entire security deposit, regardless of how much...