5 Real Estate Numbers to Check Before Buying a Rental Property

5 Real Estate Numbers to Check Before Buying a Rental Property
Austin's median rent has increased by 38% from 2010, according to the City of Austin Comprehensive Housing Market Analysis 2020. For investors looking into buying a rental property, these are inviting numbers. But the Austin real estate market is highly competitive. We s...

(Almost) Everything Landlords Need to Know About Lease Renewals

(Almost) Everything Landlords Need to Know About Lease Renewals
Out of 122.8 million households, 36% were renters in 2019. That number is estimated to increase to 43% in the next five years.However, for some, leasing month to month can cause both the landlord and the tenant undue stress. The landlord is worried the tenant will terminate the l...

An Investor's Guide on How to Handle Property Maintenance

An Investor's Guide on How to Handle Property Maintenance
Currently, more people are renting right now that at any other point since 1965. Renting is ideal for a lot of individuals because it's more affordable and doesn't require spending a lot of money on maintenance.As a landlord, maintenance is generally your responsibil...

Austin Real Estate Market Trends and Predictions for 2022

Austin Real Estate Market Trends and Predictions for 2022
Austin has become one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. Last year the city broke records for housing prices, demand, and growth. Will we see the same Austin real estate market trends in 2022?Whether you're a buyer or investor, it's important to stay up to...

A Property Owner's Guide on How Much to Charge for Rent

A Property Owner's Guide on How Much to Charge for Rent
In 2019, 36% of the households in the United States contained renters. People prefer to rent due to lower maintenance costs, no personal property fees, downsizing, more flexibility, and easier than buying.If you're a property owner, renting it can be profitable, but you have ...

A Beginner's Guide to Austin Real Estate Investing

A Beginner's Guide to Austin Real Estate Investing
Is Austin a good place to buy real estate? Yes, and for many reasons. For starters, Austin's job market ranks fourth in America, with an unemployment rate of only 3.8 percent.Not only does Austin have a great job market, but it is constantly being recognized as one of the bes...

Landlord vs Property Manager: What's the Difference?

Landlord vs Property Manager: What's the Difference?
Renters rarely concern themselves with the roles of a landlord vs. property manager. All they're concerned with is having a contact person to give their rent to and someone to call for maintenance issues. The reality is these are two very different roles. As a property o...

What Are the Benefits of Becoming a Real Estate Investor?

What Are the Benefits of Becoming a Real Estate Investor?
Do you own investment property? Start investing your money there now! Experts suggest placing 25% and 40% of your net worth into real estate. Why put your money into properties over stocks and accounts? Keep reading to learn the benefits of becoming a real estate invest...

What to Look Out for When Looking for Homes for Rent

What to Look Out for When Looking for Homes for Rent
The city of Austin has certainly been looked at as one on the rise. With that comes an increased cost of living. The average rent in Austin is around $1,572 per month. Considering that totals over $18,000 per year just in rent cost, it is fair for people to consider every fa...

3 Mistakes with Screening Tenants and How to Avoid Them

3 Mistakes with Screening Tenants and How to Avoid Them
Finding the right people to move into your property is a must and essential if you want to avoid frustration and problems in the future. When it comes to conducting these background checks, you need to know about some mistakes with screening tenants.Having a better understanding ...
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