What happens when your tenant inevitably leaves? If you’re a new investor, the prospect of a vacant property can bring a twinge of fear. It’s scary to think that your rental income will be disrupted for a period of time. But remember, if you’re doing this the right...
When most people decide to become a real estate investor, they typically start searching for properties in their hometown. I get it. It seems like the easiest way to begin. If you find yourself searching for homes on Zillow, or driving around your neighborhood, I’d...
Most new investors have misconceptions and make mistakes as they’re starting out. It’s part of the process, and it’s how we learn! Don’t beat yourself up if you overpay for your first property, or make extraneous renovations. After all,...
When you purchase your first rental property, there are many decisions you’ll need to make. But there is one decision that can entirely dictate your experience in real estate investing: should you manage your property yourself, or hire an experienced property...
It’s no secret that hiring a property management company will make your experience owning rental property simpler, more seamless, and most importantly, more passive! A skilled property management team can serve as an invaluable asset to your real estate business, but...
I like to think of myself as a prudent and organized real estate investor. But I am not a control freak. Not by a long shot. Control freak investors are the hardest personality types for me to work with. Let me explain. A control freak has an energy about them that is...