Rental property repairs typically show up when you least expect them, wreaking havoc and hurting your bank account. So, if you’re considering buying a property (or if you own one you want to rent), don’t forget to include estimated repairs in your budget. Repair costs may not be as predictable as a …
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Plano, TX By the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC]
From the beautiful parks and outdoor activities to the incredible job growth and career opportunities, Plano offers a great alternative to city living just minutes outside of Dallas. This alluring suburb has consistently been named one of best places to live in America and one of the nation's most …
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Top 25 Real Estate Investing Blogs of 2018
2017 has officially come to a close, which means it’s time to look at the year ahead and start compiling our list of the top blogs that real estate investors won’t want to miss in 2018. If you're interested in trying your hand at real estate investing this year, here are 25 real estate investing …
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Top 5 Avoidable Reasons Real Estate Investors Fail
When it comes to being successful in real estate investment, there are a lot of factors at play. Investors who find real success in real estate — and have the bank account to prove it — are the ones who know how to play the game (and play it well). They’re the ones who are experts on their market …
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5 Important Real Estate Laws That Affect DFW Landlords
When it comes to renting your properties, it seems there's a million things you need to know. But with so many laws on the books — and with many laws differing by state — there are likely some that you don't know about. Here are five real estate laws that every Dallas-Fort Worth landlord should …
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5 Things I Wish I Had Known When I Started Real Estate Investing
I bought my first investment property after working in property management for a year. I saw how investment properties worked first hand and wanted a piece of the cash flow pie. Feeling like I had a head start in the investment game, I ventured into my own rental investments. But even though I …
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What to Look For in a Keller Property Management Company
If you’re considering purchasing or have recently purchased an investment property in Keller, TX, one of the first things you’ll want to do is find a reputable property management company to handle the day-to-day management of your investment. But with so many options on the market, how do you know …
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4 Tips for Buying Your Second Rental Property
You bought your first rental property, and now you’re addicted. The tenant pays on time, you’ve budgeted well, and everything is going smoothly. Things are working out great, so why not capitalize on the success? Now that you’re ready to buy a second rental, there are a few things to consider …
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Should You Hire A Professional Property Manager? [INFOGRAPHIC]
You’ve probably considered managing your own rental property. And who wouldn’t? Passing on management fees saves you money up front. But property managers do much more than collect rent checks, and it’s up to you to decide if those are tasks you can—and want to—handle.
Reasons to Hire a Property …
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8 Signs You’re Not Cut Out to Be a Landlord
There are few things worse than optimistically starting a new job only to find out you hate it. Whether you’re considering buying your first rental property or deciding if you want to lease a property you already own, make sure you know what you’re getting into when you become a DIY landlord. If …
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