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Ask Tenants for Help with Seasonal Care

As the seasons change in many areas of the U.S, it is time for landlords to start preparing their property for winter. To name a few, servicing and testing the heating system, check storm doors and putting the storm windows in place are probably on your to-do list. You may find that one of your great tenants is willing to help you maintain the place for a small discount.

If your building is in an area that receives snow each year, ask if that great tenant is willing to shovel the main walkways and stairs each morning there is a snowfall. This will take the pressure off of you to be there first thing in the morning, while providing the tenant with a financial break and added responsibility. You might be surprised at how many takers you get. --> More




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Protect Your Investment – Refinance with Knowledge

Today’s climate of creative financing for properties leaves investors open to predatory lending tactics. Mortgage brokering is a competitive industry, and property owners looking to refinance need to protect themselves from predatory lenders. A predatory loan can be defined as a sub-prime mortgage loan that includes excessive costs or requirements. Such added costs take advantage of borrowers with lower credit ratings who do not qualify for lower interest prime loans...More-->

Bursting the Bubble – Investment Property Owners Can Take Control

As the frenzy continues about the potential of a real estate “bubble”, spend your time and energy on what matters to you – building and protecting your rental property empire;=) The beginning of a new year is the perfect excuse to review the details of your rental property portfolio. Even if you only have one building with a of couple units, conducting an annual review is a necessary part of the business...More-->

So You Want to Be a Landlord

Entering the world of rental property ownership is a big step. For many of you, rental property ownership is a great opportunity to create a business for yourself. You will need to do your homework and understand your strategy before you get into the business. But once you do, there are many benefits. Building equity and assets, creating income and reducing your living costs are just some of the positives that a weekend landlord enjoys...More-->
  

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