Florida Tenant Screening Procedures – Are You Following the Rules?
Before handing over the keys to your rental property, screening potential tenants is an absolute must. But when doing so, it is also essential that you follow the proper steps in terms of what is permitted, and what is not. While the state of Florida does not have set...
Rental Property, Gifts, and Taxes
As the 2018 holiday season is now officially in progress, you may be considering whether or not you will provide your tenants with a small (or even a large) gift or other token of your appreciation for their business. Doing so can actually bring about a number of nice...
Are Your Florida Rental Properties Properly Insured…Just in Case?
As we continue moving through another active hurricane season in the Sunshine State, there is no better time than the present to make sure that your Florida rental properties are properly insured. One of the primary items to consider when purchasing insurance for your...
What are a Landlord’s Responsibilities for Rental Property Repairs?
If you have owned rental property for any length of time, chances are that at some point, repairs will need to be made. But, because most repairs can cost money (in some cases, quite a bit), whose responsibility is it to pay for the repair or replacements in question?...
Why Orlando Could Just Be the Best Market for New Rental Property Investors
If you’ve been considering dipping your toe into the Central Florida rental real estate market, right now could be the perfect time to take action. That’s because a recent study has named Orlando as the third best real estate investment location in the United States....
Collecting Rent Payments Online Can Help to Ensure Timely Incoming Cash Flow for Landlords
One of the best parts (if not THE best part) of being a rental real estate owner is the regular incoming cash flow that you can count on. But in some cases, knowing exactly when (or even IF) the rent check is coming can leave you with uncertainty. The good news is...
How Much is Too Much to Charge for a Security Deposit?
When renting residential real estate, the collection of a security deposit can be just as important as collecting the monthly rent from your tenants. In fact, a security deposit can actually “protect” landlords in a variety of ways. For instance, there are some...
How to Reduce Risk When Renting Your Property to College Students
With the fall season quickly approaching, it’s time for many young people to start preparing for the upcoming school year – and for college and university students, this can mean finding a place to live on or around campus. Although there are some...