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 […]
Real Estate Tips
How to Increase Your Credit Score to Buy a House (2020 Edition)
Introduction You may not know what it is, let along what yours is, but you’ve probably heard the phrase “credit score” at least a few times. Especially if you’ve ever made a large purchase like a car, applied for a lease on a home, or even applied for a corporate job, you’ve definitely heard about […]
VA IRRRL Loan: Everything You Need to Know
At first glance, a VA Loan looks like a fairly straightforward benefit to claim and take advantage of. And for a standard loan, that’s pretty much true. After all, the main point of this benefit is to help veterans purchase their dream homes with confidence and ease. But there are some specific circumstances and types […]
How to Become a Property Manager
Property management is a topic we write about a fair amount here at AHRN. But we usually cover things like tips, advice, and important news for property managers. What about people interested in pursuing a career, or even a side gig, in the field? If you’re wondering how to become a property manager, or even […]
What is a Military Relocation Professional?
Helping people find, buy, and move into a home takes lots of hard work and specialized knowledge. Even in the simplest of circumstances, working as a real estate agent is no easy task. And when it comes to the military community, circumstances are rarely simple. Pretty much never, really. Don’t let that intimidate you. Any […]
Want Quality Real Estate Leads? Here’s How to Get Them
What Makes a Quality Real Estate Lead? First things first. What, exactly, are we talking about when invoking that often-overused phrase “quality lead” in the world of real estate? In simplest terms, a quality lead is one that ends in a sale. Sure, there is room for nuance here, with some “quality” leads taking time […]
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 […]
Preparing for Tenant Turnover in 2020
Plan ahead for a smoother PCS season this year. Of the many challenges in managing a rental property, the turnover process between tenants is one of the most arduous. It requires balancing the needs of your current tenant, the preparation of the property for the next tenant, marketing the listing, and getting the new tenant […]
Griffin Funding: Banker, Broker, and Five Stars All Around
When it comes to your financial future, there are a whole lot of businesses and services out there looking to lend a hand. So many, in fact, that it can get a bit muddled when you try to figure out who exactly you need to help you with what. That goes double when it comes […]
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 […]