Ordinance or Law Coverage for Investment Properties
It is common for state, city, and local municipality building codes and requirements to change over time. As you may know, existing buildings that do not meet new codes are typically “grandfathered” from needing to [...]
What to Look for on a Tenant’s Background Check
While the ability to make rent is important, you don't want to overlook the significance of a potential tenant's character. Missed rent payments can derail your cash flow, but someone who doesn’t respect your property [...]
Revamp Your Rental Without Renovating
Maintaining a visually appealing and up-to-date rental property is essential for attracting and retaining tenants. But full-scale renovations (especially in our current economy) can be expensive and time-consuming. Luckily, there are numerous upgrades to refresh [...]
Is Tenant Damage Covered Under Your Insurance Policy?
Many assume that ANY kind of damage done by a tenant will be covered. This is simply not the case. Though coverages vary, certain types of damage done by tenants are excluded in standard property [...]
Protect Your Investments from the Damaging Effects of Earth Movement
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), all 50 states have some potential to experience damaging earthquake shaking, and there are about 20,000 earthquakes around the world each year. Yet, in a poll by the [...]
Pools, Decks & Trampolines – Are These Amenities Worth It?
To attract the best tenants and beat out the competition, you may want to offer unique rental amenities. Some common perks may include a spacious kitchen, upgrades to flooring and countertops, or perhaps lawn service [...]