Introduction Being a property owner or landlord can open up an exciting new world of opportunities. Sadly, not all of these opportunities are of the most pleasant kind (*hint hint* – noise complaints). Sometimes, you’ll have to deal with unruly tenants, late payments, and costly repairs for damages. You’ll also likely have to tackle something […]
Military Property Owner
5 Reasons Why You Should Be Renting To Military Members (2022 Edition)
Introduction Renting to the military community means, you are renting to an all-volunteer force serving to protect our way of life in jobs that not many of us are willing to do. But, service members are more than a mobile fighting force; they are leaders, humanitarians and your fellow American families. Renting to military tenants […]
7 Steps to Writing a Home or Rental Property Listing (2022 Edition)
Introduction You’ve got the perfect property that you’re looking to sell or rent out. The inside is Instagram/Pinterest worthy, the exterior is well landscaped, the bedroom has the perfect nook for their new home office, the bathrooms are private oases, and the commute to the nearest base is a breeze. But you just can’t seem […]
What To Do When Your Tenant Terminates a Lease on Orders
The transient nature of military service, with military personnel and families moving every few years whether they like it or not, has upsides and downsides for landlords. You’re guaranteed a regular influx of new potential tenants to the area, but your tenants will also eventually receive PCS orders requiring them to move. The prime PCS […]
5 More Tips for Property Managers
No doubt our astute and regular readers recall we’ve gone over some great tips for property managers, as well as some mistakes they should avoid, before. But knowing a thing or two about a thing or two is no reason to stop learning. There are always more pointers and good ideas you can learn in […]
Tips for Property Managers
So, you got hired as a property manager and now tend to the investment property/properties of another person (perhaps some savvy AHRN reader who wisely took last week’s article to heart). Maybe it’s your first gig tending to rented-out homes, maybe you’re an old hand at this sort of thing. Maybe it’s a full-time job […]
Hiring a Property Manager
So, you’ve bought a wonderful house in a great neighborhood with perfect light, ample square footage, and maybe an extra room for an awesome home gym, art studio or entertainment suite. But, for one reason or another, it’s time to move. Maybe you’re PCS-ing. Maybe you need a bigger house. Or maybe you and your […]
What is a Contingent Offer?
The simple answer is: an offer to purchase a home that the seller has accepted, but won’t be finalized until certain conditions are met. That’s the comprehensively brief explanation. But what’s worth digging into are the kinds of contingent offers you may come across as a buyer or seller. Here are some of the most […]
A Quick Guide to HOA Fees
If you’re considering buying a home in a gated, planned, co-op, otherwise organized community, or condominium complex you’ll come across the phrase “Homeowner’s Association” (or its abbreviated form: HOA). If you’re unfamiliar with this term, here’s a quick explanation: HOA’s oversee the management, upkeep and community standards of your neighborhood. Most often, real estate developers […]
When Things Go Wrong With A Military Tenant
When something goes wrong with an active duty military tenant, it is vital that landlords understand the protections that are in place for both parties and proceed accordingly. The military community is an attractive one for landlords – a regular influx of new potential tenants with good paying, stable jobs. Our service members and their […]