Dallas is currently a seller’s market. The majority of homes are being sold with multiple offers, and the price of homes has risen about 5% each year for the last three years. Clearly, now’s the time to sell property for profit in Dallas. If you’re considering renovations to increase your profit …
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How to Prepare Your Dallas Rental Property for Hot Weather
I’ve lived in Dallas since 2007 and there's one thing every North Texas resident knows for certain: it’s HOT. In 2011, the Dallas area experienced 71 days of over 100 degree heat. How’s that for a heat wave? The extreme heat in Dallas is brutal for many reasons. For investment property owners, …
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5 Ways to Keep Your Dallas Rental Property Safe
As a landlord, safety should always be at the forefront of your mind, especially if you live far away from your property. Not only will you sleep better at night when your property is secure, your tenants will also appreciate the assurance of safety. Thankfully, protecting your property from danger …
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How to Sell a Tenant Occupied Property in the DFW Metroplex
Many investors are faced with a common scenario: they're itching to sell one of their investment properties -- but it's occupied. Some people find themselves in this situation because they decided to lease when a property couldn't sell. Others have decided to sell off some of their portfolio. In …
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How to Deal With the Breach of a DFW Rental Property Agreement
In a perfect world, tenants would always follow the terms of your lease. Unfortunately, our world is rather imperfect, and you should expect that some tenants will breach your lease agreement. The most effective way to deal with breach of contract is early preparation and detection. Here are …
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Tips for Buying DFW Investment Properties in a Seller’s Market
Dallas is currently a seller's market. Sellers who've owned their property for a few years are getting the better end of the deal. But of course, there are buyers who are enticed by advice that the market is strong. If you're a real estate investor on the hunt for a good investment, we're sharing …
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How to Analyze Investment Properties in the DFW Market
Many people dream of owning an investment property or adding more properties to their portfolio. And for good reason: investment property can be a solid passive income vehicle that provides decent returns. But like any other investment, you have to define your goals and consider several factors …
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The Art of Keeping Your Best Tenants Happy
Good tenants are the lifeblood of your property. And when you have good tenants, it’s important to keep them satisfied so they stick around. A simple mistake can turn a resident from happy to disgruntled fairly quickly. Understanding what can potentially dissatisfy your tenants will help you …
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7 Low Cost Ways To Increase the Value of Your Rental
Are you looking for ways to boost the value of your rental without spending a lot of money? There are many opportunities to make your property shine without breaking the bank. These seven improvements will not only boost the exterior, they’ll increase the overall value of your rental.
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How Often Should You Inspect Your Rental Properties?
As a property manager, you trust that your residents maintain your rentals and follow your rules. You’ve carefully screened each tenant and verified their rental history, but it's still in your best interest to verify that all is well at your property. Upkeep and proactive maintenance prolong the …
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