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What to Put in a Tenant Welcome Basket

When new tenants move into an apartment, it's an exciting time for them and you as a landlord. For the duration of the lease, they have a secure home, and you have a steady income. By marking this occasion with a gift basket for renters, you can start off your relationship with a positive bond

Tips on Remodeling Your Rental Property

Rental properties need periodic renovation, whether to keep such units in a state of good repair or to keep up with changing renter requirements. While the general processes of renovating a rental property are similar to those used for a personal residence, they are also different in one key way. You're not renovating the property

5 Ideas to Start a Business in Key West

If you've spent any time in Key West, you're probably trying to figure out how you can start a business that'll support full-time living in this colorful, laid-back town. Here are a few new takes on some classic business ideas to get you started. Hotels / Motels / Bed & Breakfasts Lodging establishments abound in

2020 Key West Fantasy Fest – October 16 – 25th

Get your calendars out and mark the dates and book your reservations early - October 15th through the 25th is Key West's annual Fantasy Fest and the theme is the Roarin 2020's! Although it IS a wildly popular event, many travelers may not have heard of Fantasy Fest, Key West's 10-day annual celebration of fun

6 Must-See Sights in the Florida Keys

The Florida Keys are popular destination for travelers in the state, and there's good reason. This string of coral islands off the Florida coast offers fun and excitement for every age and every taste.  You can never be bored in the Florida Keys, with fishing charters, dolphin watch tours, snorkeling historic buildings, great restaurants, shopping

4 Tips to Make Your Condo Community Eco-Friendly for Summer

As awareness grows of environmental issues, residents increasingly expect eco-friendly management of the communities they live in. As a bonus, eco-friendly management often reduces costs. During the summer, property managers can take relatively simple measures to make their condo community eco-friendly. 1. Landscape for Shade The right upgrades to your community's outdoor space can reduce the

3 Types of Rental Property Investments for New Investors

For those who are looking for their first rental property investment, diversity in the market only serves to confuse them. There are just too many variables to the equation that leads to a successful investment. New investors can make better choices by discovering the best types of property investments in the rental market. Single-Family Units

Simple Things That Make a Rental Property More Valuable

As someone who owns rental properties, it's vital to your business to preserve the value of your properties in a way that will keep them relevant in today's highly competitive rental market. One of the best ways to do just that is to make small improvements that can lead to steady increases in the value

3 Simple Ways to Invest in Senior Housing

If you were a real estate investor, say, 10 years ago, you might have heard that senior housing was the next big thing. Back then, the Baby Boomer generation was the largest, and it followed logic that they'd need places to live. As it turned out, the senior housing boom predicted 10 years ago might

2023-08-07T18:56:46-04:00February 18th, 2020|Buyers, Buying Commercial Real Estate, Buying Tips, Investing|

5 Tips to Get Repeat Renters for a Vacation Home

Renting a vacation home is a big commitment for travelers. However, once they've found a spot they like, they are likely to return to the same property. Repeat renters are a bonus for vacation property owners. The property owner can rent to someone they know and may be able to expect reliable income. Here's how

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