Seasoned real estate investors understand that repairs will come up. Whether it's water damage from a pipe that's burst or a broken garage door, there's no shortage of possibilities when it comes to repairs for a rental. Often, it's the “accidental landlords” who are surprised when a repair comes …
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The DFW Spring Maintenance Checklist for Landlords
We may not have had much of a winter, but it’s official — spring has sprung in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.Just like spring cleaning presents the perfect opportunity to (finally) deal with those dust bunnies under your bed, spring maintenance presents a perfect opportunity to take stock of your …
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Rental Property Maintenance: How to Protect Your Investment and Keep Your Tenants Happy
In the vast majority of situations, it’s much easier to prevent damage from happening to your rental property than it is to try to go back and fix damage that’s already happened.Not only is it easier, but it’s also a lot cheaper. The average maintenance cost for rental properties will always be more …
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What Is Normal Wear and Tear on a Rental Property in Texas?
Do you remember wandering through “grown up” stores as a kid, scared to touch anything? We all knew the rule that guided (or was supposed to guide) our every movement: “You break it, you buy it!”But does that rule still apply? For rental properties, yes!You just have to know the difference …
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7 Simple Kitchen Renovations to Boost Your Rental Property’s Appeal and Price Point
There are plenty of things that tenants consider when viewing a potential rental, but there are few things more important than the kitchen.For many people, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where they assemble their Thanksgiving meal, it’s where they bake their holiday cookies, it’s where …
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The Stop-Doing List for Landlords: 5 Tasks to Give Up Right Away
Have you heard of the “Stop-Doing” list?Basically, the idea is that sometimes what you stop doing is just as important as the things you start doing. So instead of creating a to-do list, with an endless number of tasks you want to complete, you should focus on things you hate doing or things that …
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5 Rental Problems Every Landlord Dreads (And 1 That Can Put You Out of Business)
Being a landlord isn’t for the faint of heart. It requires unfaltering dedication and quick decision-making. Sure, the payback is worthwhile if you make the right moves, but there can be some nightmares along the way: pipes bursting overnight, tenants lying on rental applications, or pets destroying …
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The Landlord’s Guide to Returning Tenant Security Deposits Properly
You’re on a deadline. Your tenant finished their lease and moved out after their full term. Now you’ve inspected the property, and it’s time to return the security deposit. Sounds easy enough. But if you get it wrong, it’s a big deal. And it’s one of the most common mistakes DIY landlords …
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11 Rental Property Maintenance Problems You’ll Likely Encounter (& How to Solve Them!)
An after-hours call from a tenant is rarely a good thing. If your phone rings after dark, there’s probably a rental property maintenance problem. So, when that call comes, what should you expect? Are you prepared? Here are the most common maintenance problems you'll encounter as a landlord and …
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7 Rental Property Rehab Hacks for Landlords
Being a landlord isn’t easy. Taking care of your properties, your tenants, the repairs, maintenance, landscaping, and everything else can challenge even the best landlords. One of the biggest responsibilities of a landlord is making sure that each unit stays in tip-top shape for renters. That …
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