Renting out your home to a tenant is a great way to build equity and even generate income while you move on to a new place. However, you shouldn't just slap up a "For Rent" sign as soon as the moving truck pulls out of the driveway. Take a little time to get your home...

Many landlords don't want to deal with the potential extra mess and hassle that comes along with allowing pets on the property. However, you significantly reduce your potential pool of tenants when you forbid all pets on your property. Nearly two-thirds of all...

There's a bit of a learning curve to becoming a landlord. It definitely has its perks, but if you jump in to the deep end, you may make a few mistakes along the way. Here are our top tips for new landlords to help you out: Learn about the industry before you commit....

Many people are considering the possibility of becoming a landlord for a variety of different reasons. Some are buying a new home, and thinking about renting out their old place instead of selling it. Others want to buy an investment property specifically for the...

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 really...

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...

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 risk,...

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...

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...