The decision of whether to sell or become a landlord is one that many active-duty military families face at some point in their career. And although the advice about whether investing is a wise decision or not varies — one can find nearly as many top-five reasons online why active-duty military members shouldn’t become landlords […]
Military Families Must Weigh Costs, Future Demand
Housing center’s partnership program a valuable resource
for off-base rentals
Looking for an affordable rental near base? Or are you a landlord hoping to expand your tenant list to include service members? Check if the base in your community has a Rental Partnership Program, or RPP. The RPP is an agreement between the Housing Service Center, or HSC, and community housing landlords, designed to provide […]
The 2017 Spring Cleaning Guide for a Happy Home
Spring is just around the corner, and many homeowners are eager to get outside and begin enjoying their yards, decks and patios. Before you get comfy in that Adirondack chair, it might be a good idea to spend a Saturday checking off a few basic maintenance duties. Make it a habit to regularly inspect your […]
Improve You Curb Appeal without Breaking the Bank
Curb appeal. Whether you’re thinking of selling your house or just want to make it more welcoming, it pays to focus on how it looks to the casual observer. The first step to improve your curb appeal: take a walk. Go across your street and take a few photos of your home from a distance. […]
Why You Should Rent to Military Members
Managing rentals can be a challenge. If the community your rental is in doesn’t have a high volume of likely renters, such as a college town or major shopping center, it can be difficult to fill vacancies. That’s one reason some property management gurus recommend buying rental properties near military bases. “I’d get online and […]