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That extra bedroom in your home was once meant for guests, but for most of the year it sits empty. While it may seem convenient to have a spare room, paying for unused space can add up. If it is only occupied a few nights a year, it could be costing more than it contributes. If you own a home with an underused room, renting it out will supplement your monthly income and help pay off your mortgage. In addition, becoming a landlord will develop the necessary skills you will eventually need for running a rental business. However, before you find a renter, be sure to conduct a tenant background check through a reputable tenant screening service like AAOA. Doing so can help you avoid the... Read more
The American Dream is changing. In a world where flexibility beats fixation, the wealthy aren’t chasing full ownership — they’re chasing smarter exposure. Key...
Real estate investors scouring affordable metros in search of bargains they can rent out at a healthy profit margin are reshaping those markets—and small-scale...
When listing a rental property, landlords often face a crucial decision: should the home be rented furnished or unfurnished? Each option offers its own set of...
Landlords have a range of options for renting out their properties, from long-term leases spanning months or years to short-term rentals lasting just days or...
Aging apartment buildings may not grab headlines like shiny new developments, but for multifamily investors, they’re often the real hidden goldmine. Across the U.S., thousands of Class B and C properties sit in prime locations yet underperform because of dated interiors and amenities. With the right renovation strategy, these overlooked assets can be transformed into high-demand rentals—delivering stronger cash flow, higher occupancy, and substantial long-term appreciation. Why Renovations Drive Investor Returns Renovations are more than a facelift—they directly move the numbers that matter most: NOI and valuation. According to industry data, value-add renovations typically... Read more
KEY TAKEAWAYS On-time rent payments rose to 83.7% in November, marking a third straight month of improvement. Full-payment rates remain strong in 2025, averaging 96.1%...
Fixer-upper investment properties have become very popular in recent years due to the “fixer-upper” television show. Thus, this real estate strategy is...
The Problem with Today’s Apartment Websites Lucy opens her ChatGPT app and types in this prompt: “I’m moving to Kansas City, Missouri next month for...
Deciding between a long-term and short-term lease agreement is one of the most important choices a landlord can make. Each option comes with its own benefits,...
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