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As a landlord, your rental property is bound to be vacant at some point. And vacancies can be costly to your bottom line, especially over several months. You may be forced to look for funds elsewhere to pay for expenses such as property taxes, repairs and maintenance costs, and mortgage payments.  When renting out your…

Identifying the best renters is easy. They reduce your stress by meeting rent payment deadlines,  taking care of your rental, and getting along well with other tenants and neighbors. It’s a challenge to find great tenants so it’s important to keep them happy once they occupy your rental. This article offers tips on how to…

Before you can land new tenants, you have to get your property rent-ready. You are more likely to find long-term tenants who will take good care of your rental property if it’s in its best condition. You can also demand higher rents if your property has a good appearance and amenities.  To do this your…

The ultimate goal is to maximize the rental income. This will only be possible if you rent to the right tenant. The right tenant will, among other things, care for your rental property, report maintenance issues, stay long-term, and pay rent on time.  There are many steps involved in landing your ideal tenant. That’s why…

In such a competitive market, landlords are looking for ways in which they can improve the experience for their tenants and extend their leases. After all, having long-term tenants is key to enjoying the fruits of property ownership.  One of the ways to guarantee this is to manage tenant complaints. For the duration of the…

Is this the first time you’re renting out a home in Pittsburgh? Or, have you recently increased your investment portfolio and need to set a price for your rental? If you answered ‘yes’, then this article is meant for you! Of course, one of the first things to do when renting out a home is…

A lease agreement is a must-have for any landlord. As a landlord, it enables you to spell out your policies, clauses, disclosures, and even the expectations you have of the tenant.  And being legally binding, it means that you can take legal action against a tenant for violating any of its terms. For example, if…

Every rental property requires regular maintenance. It’s common knowledge that a well-kept property attracts and retains tenants. As a result, having good and timely responses to maintenance complaints and requests will help you reduce property vacancies while also preserving and protecting the state of your property.   As a landlord, you should constantly ensure that…

The advantages of having long-term tenants are enough to entice any property owner. Having long-term tenants ensures a steady stream of cash for your rental property. It also saves money by eliminating the need to advertise vacancies and screen tenants after someone moves out. While acquiring consistent tenants in a competitive marketplace may appear to…

Thinking of renting out your Pittsburgh rental property? If you are, it can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. If you do it well, being a landlord can help provide you with the financial freedom that you want.  Being a landlord, however, isn’t all about cashing rent checks at the end of…