What’s a Security Deposit and How Does It Get Used?
You’ve probably heard horror stories about security deposits when you apply for a rental property. You save up a gazillion dollars to cover the first month’s rent and the deposit… and then never see that money again, right? Hopefully wrong! Before we get into specifics, let’s cover what a security deposit is and how it …
Should You Switch Your Vacation Rental to a Long-Term Rental Home?
With a potential recession on the horizon, families tend to cut vacation spending first. So you might have noticed a dip in bookings for short-term vacations. Reports show AirBnB occupancy rates down since the pandemic, although some reports do show that the market is beginning to bounce back. Even vacation properties in the Orlando area …
Why You Should Invest in Real Estate by the Numbers
Why Should You Invest in Real Estate? As someone looking to earn passive income, have you considered real estate investing? The immediate cash flow benefit is only the tip of the iceberg. So why should you invest in real estate? Did you know that, compared to stocks or complicated get-rich-quick schemes, real estate offers much …
Five Tips for First-Time Renters
As a first-time renter, you might not know what to expect in your new rental home or apartment. Although it’s very exciting to have the first place on your own, it can also feel overwhelming. We want to make sure you have a successful experience by offering these five tips for first-time renters. Moving into …
How Upfront Rent Works
How Upfront Rent Works Imagine never having to worry about your tenant paying next month’s renter. As an investment property owner, you may have thought about using a property management company to help boost ROI. Sure, you know that property management companies can help you get and keep tenants in your rental properties. But how …
Self-Managing Landlords
A recent study found that 36.6% households rented their living spaces. If you own rental property, have you ever rented to a friend? Downloaded a generic rental agreement off a random site on the internet? Did you waive a security deposit for tenants with a hard luck story? If you answered yes to any of …
To Invest in Real Estate or the Stock Market
Should I Invest in Real Estate or the Stock Market? As you review options for your portfolio, should you invest in the stock market or real estate? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to bolster your existing investments, consider your goals and risk tolerance. Both the stock market and real estate can offer valuable …
The Future of Florida Real Estate
The future of Florida real estate is one of the most exciting prospects for investors and homeowners alike. As the third most populous, and fastest growing, state in the United States, Florida offers a diverse and vibrant real estate market that is positioned to benefit from the continued population growth in the Sunshine State. This …
If You Can’t Sell….Rent!
If You Can’t Sell, Why Not Rent Out Your House? With rising interest rates, soaring inflation, and jitters over a potential recession, the real estate market has started cooling down. That means the heady days of sellers fetching way over asking price have ended, too. As an owner, trying to sell now may no longer …
Get a Pulse on Your Investments with the PPD
Get a Pulse on Your Investments with the Property Performance Dashboard (PPD) Real estate investors like you treat your rental properties like any other portfolio. You want to know how much income your properties bring in and the status of any vacant rentals. Traditional processes require multiple touchpoints with your property managers to get a …
