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...
How Often Should You Raise the Rent on Your Investment Properties?
If you have owned rental real estate for a long period of time – or you plan to hang on to a property that you’ve recently purchased – then it is likely that at some point, you will have to raise the rent. In many cases, tenants will actually expect...
Is Your Rental Property Pulling in the Income You Need to Keep It Profitable?
As a real estate investor, you are likely to have as a primary goal a positive income stream produced from your property investment(s). According to the Real Wealth Network, in 2017 – 2018, the median monthly rent in the Orlando area is $1,122, with an monthly...
Rental Property and ADA Compliance
As the owner of rental property, it is possible that you are concerned about complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). But, before you make any costly renovations to your investment(s), it is important to know exactly how and where this law may apply...
Screening Prospective Tenants in 3 Easy Steps
Finding (and keeping) good quality tenants can be the lifeblood of any rental property business. So, when the time comes to fill a vacancy, it is essential that you choose the prospective tenant(s) that are likely to pay their rent on time and keep your investment in...