What Is a Landlord: Responsibilities, Pros & Cons For Investors
BiggerPockets
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
When you buy a rental property, you'll either become a landlord or hire someone else to do it. Here's all to know about landlording as an investor.
Remote landlord? How to manage a rental from across the country
Inman
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
More investors are maintaining rental properties from far away. Find out how to make that long-distance landlord more manageable.
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6 things landlords need to know before breaking a lease
Inman
APRIL 4, 2023
Here are some common scenarios to watch for as a landlord or a real estate investor. A signed lease is a binding legal agreement that can’t be broken — except in the few exceptions when it can.
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What Insurance Do I Need as a Landlord?: Essential Coverage for Investors
Mashvisor
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Real estate investors are frequently wondering What insurance do I need as a landlord? to protect my property. The answer includes a few essential policies tailored to address the unique…
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Could Rehab Loans Replace Hard Money Loans for Investors?
BiggerPockets
APRIL 8, 2024
As most house flippers or BRRRR landlords will tell you, paying for hard money—with high interest rates and points tacked on top—can take huge chunks of profit out of a project. For landlords, extra expenses […]
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What Is Landlord Liability Insurance?: Guide for Real Estate Investors
Mashvisor
DECEMBER 9, 2023
In the dynamic world of real estate investment, where opportunities and risks walk hand in hand, understanding the nuances of landlord liability insurance becomes not just beneficial but essential. As…
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8 Steps to Becoming a Landlord
Mashvisor
OCTOBER 15, 2023
Well, then owning a rental property and becoming a landlord is probably not the best option for you. Are you looking for a quick and easy way to become rich? Nonetheless, if you are…
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The 10 Best Landlord Insurance Companies: Protecting Your Investment
Mashvisor
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
In this article, we have chosen the 10 best landlord insurance companies for investors in the US residential real estate market. The Importance of Rental Property Insurance for Investors A…
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Maximizing Protection: A Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Landlord Insurance
Mashvisor
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
To be properly protected, investors need to get good commercial landlord insurance.… Commercial rental properties can bring a lot of income and profit, but they also come with multiple risks.
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How To Become A Digital Landlord
BiggerPockets
JANUARY 20, 2023
How do you classify yourself as a landlord or real estate investor? This article is presented by RentRedi. Read our editorial guidelines for more information. Are you a rookie emerging on the […]
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Homebuyer assistance programs rose to nearly 2,300 in 2023
Housing Wire
JANUARY 30, 2024
This allows people to become homebuyers as well as investors, a more common strategy in recent years that is known as “house hacking,” the report stated.
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Landlording Isn’t For Everyone — Become a Passive Real Estate Investor Instead
BiggerPockets
JULY 29, 2022
Just say no to landlording! Now I realize I just offended many, if not most of you. Let me explain. Real estate investing is not for everyone. That sounds weird […].
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New Western’s marketplace and other solutions to inventory crisis
Inman
AUGUST 14, 2023
Retail investors and local landlords offer real estate agents a wide array of options for staying active in a market bereft of traditional inventory, you simply need to know how to connect with them.
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Knox Financial announces $10 million in Series A funding
Housing Wire
APRIL 19, 2021
Other investors included Greycroft, Pillar VC, 2LVC, and Gaingels. When we launched Knox in March 2019, we set out to give everyone, from middle-class homeowners to seasoned landlords, a hands-off, predictable, and lucrative way to build wealth through investment property,” said David Friedman, Knox CEO. That’s $14.7
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Landlord Tax Loopholes That’ll Help You Pay ZERO Taxes in 2022
BiggerPockets
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Non-investors hate real estate tax loopholes. It always seems like the wealthiest landlords, apartment owners, or short-term rental hosts walk away with not only massive income but little-to-no tax bills […].
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The Important Laws and Regulations All Landlords Must Remember
BiggerPockets
JANUARY 24, 2022
There are a number of federal laws that help to protect tenants' rights, and it can sometimes seem that tenants have more rights than landlords. Plus, it’s up to landlords to ensure that they always act according to federal regulations—which means that you have to know what to do, and what not to do, to avoid any issues with the tenant.
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Investor Update: The “10 Deals on $20K/Year” Investor’s Explosive Growth
BiggerPockets
OCTOBER 12, 2022
Ashley Hamilton is a landlord, multi-unit investor, reverse flipper, hard money lender, and everything else in between. You may recognize her name from episode 331, appropriately titled “10 Real Estate […].
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Proptech Parcl offers real estate investing without liquidity
Housing Wire
MAY 18, 2022
million from new and existing investors, which will help Parcl expand its customer base while bolstering partnerships with software and real estate companies, its co-founder said. Not only are customers investing in Parcl’s product, but the company itself also recently secured funding of $7.5
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Can a Landlord be Held Liable for Nuisance Tenants?
Mashvisor
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Being a landlord is a considerable responsibility, and on the whole, most of your tenants will be law-abiding and considerate ones. However, very occasionally, you may find yourself with a…
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Beyond Cash on Cash: How Thinking Like an Investor Unlocks More Deals
BiggerPockets
OCTOBER 10, 2022
What sets apart your everyday real estate investor from an investing expert? While novice investors are focused on cash flow only, veteran landlords focus on something worth much, much more. […].
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How a Squatter in Oregon “Stole” a Property, and the Rising Tide of Disputes Ending Badly for Landlords
BiggerPockets
MARCH 22, 2024
“I always thought stealing was wrong,” real estate investor and developer George McCleary remarks at the end of a viral video posted on social media last month, “But turns out, if you steal a […]
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Creative financing rules as investors head into spring with fewer options
Inman
MARCH 21, 2023
Real estate investors are heading into spring facing the same inventory and interest rate woes that are dampening all of real estate. But sometimes necessity is the mother of invention.
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Home365 has landlords covered 24/7: Tech Review
Inman
MARCH 24, 2023
Home365 is a technology-supported full-service property management firm that covers all costs of owning and profiting from real estate.
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What Is CPI in Real Estate?
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Understanding the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in real estate is vital if you are a landlord or real estate investor. The CPI reflects how housing expenses—rent and utilities—impact inflation and property values. Additionally, the CPI can affect mortgage rates, making borrowing money cheaper or more expensive.
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Understanding Landlord Insurance in Florida: A Guide for Real Estate Investors
Mashvisor
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The State of Florida is one of the best places to invest in rental properties, driven by the growing economy, the large population, the significant share of renters, the excellent…
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Figure and Apollo complete ownership transfer via blockchain
Housing Wire
MARCH 17, 2022
Blockchain can provide enhanced protections and transparency in the ownership process for consumers and real-time settlement for investors, replacing trust with truth to create a faster, more efficient process for everyone.
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150+ Deals in 3 Years and Why You DON’T Want to Be a Landlord
BiggerPockets
MARCH 12, 2024
Most real estate investors do a few deals a year if they’re lucky. But today’s guest was doing twenty to thirty real estate deals a MONTH. That’s right—not per YEAR, […]
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The Best States for Landlords in 2022
Mashvisor
JANUARY 19, 2022
In the case of certain investors, they prefer to… Buying and managing rental properties are different for every state. Context always comes into play when real estate investment is involved.
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Need to sell your house fast? Here are 7 great options
Housing Wire
MAY 20, 2022
Investment homes often take longer to sell because your audience is other investors. If your home is more of an investment home, investors often want a home already outfitted with tenants or an underpriced home, so there’s room in the pricing to cover the cost of renovations. Sell to Other Investors Using Roofstock Marketplace.
Everything a New Investor Should Know BEFORE Closing on a Property
BiggerPockets
JANUARY 2, 2023
Only experienced landlords know how to deal with closing delays, overbudget rehabs, and tenant issues. Before buying a rental property, real estate investing can seem scary. But that doesn’t mean […].
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Zillow Rental Manager: What Is It? Should Real Estate Investors Use It?
Mashvisor
MARCH 18, 2022
Zillow Rental Manager is a known property management software for landlords that also comes with features for buying or selling property. It is a SaaS platform that simplifies the complete…
Make Your First Investment Property an Attractive and Profitable Option
Cleveland Appraisal Blog
AUGUST 25, 2022
Today, Cleveland Appraisal Blog shares a few tips for first-time investors. Are You Cut Out to Be a Landlord? Money Under 30 explains that there are many responsibilities and time obligations that go along with being a landlord. Decide on How to Proceed. Owning rental properties is a huge responsibility. Questions?
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10 Things Real Estate Investors Should Know About STR in 2023
Mashvisor
MAY 15, 2023
Many property investors today are considering putting their hard-earned money into real estate STR. But is it still a wise investment in 2023? Real estate investments are always seen as…
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Here are the top 5 tips for landlords to retain their best renters
Inman
AUGUST 22, 2023
Happy tenants increase the chances they'll renew their leases while keeping investment properties occupied and cash flowing. Here's how to do it.
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The Fed pauses its rate hikes for now, will it last?
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Most investors are already wondering what it would take for the central bank to lift rates again later this year. of these investors bet officials will freeze the rate hike at the November 1st meeting. Additionally, apartment construction is strong , which puts an additional pressure on landlords to avoid vacancy.
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How Moving Overseas Made Me a Better Real Estate Investor
BiggerPockets
APRIL 12, 2024
Whenever I hop on a conference call, someone asks, “Where are you located?” And then their eyes widen when I respond, “Lima, Peru.” But back when I invested in rental […]
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EPM doubles down on wholesale channel, reduces retail footprint
Housing Wire
JUNE 13, 2023
In December, stock car racing team Jesse Iwuji Motorsports (JIM) accused the lender of allegedly failing to make more than $4 million in sponsorship payments after the company received a margin call from its investors. The landlord claims that as of March 6, EPM owed rent and other charges totaling $29,731.16, and rent accrues $8,187.79
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BiggerPockets Podcast 514: BiggerNews, October: How Small Landlords Can Beat the Hedge Funds
BiggerPockets
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Once the housing market started to slide in 2007, smart investors began buying, and waiting, for rock-bottom prices to kick in. Investors were buying homes in some of the best […].
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Seeing Greene: Hold or Sell, Maxing Out on Mortgages, and Investor FOMO
BiggerPockets
APRIL 30, 2022
Even veteran landlords tend to look […]. The ROI (return on investment) of a rental property is arguably one of the most calculated metrics when deciding whether or not to invest.
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Investor + Flippers Guide to FHA Flipping Guidelines
Listing Spark
AUGUST 17, 2023
However, property investors and house flippers can run up against the requirements for FHA loans in ways that present unexpected obstacles. As an investor, the downstream implications of these challenges can be frustrating, equating to more time, delays, and expenses to bog down your business.
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What’s the Best Rental App for Real Estate Investors?
Mashvisor
MARCH 4, 2022
Smart real estate investors are looking for the best rental app to help them in their day-to-day property management tasks. Find out what that is. Managing a real estate business,…
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The 10 Best Rental Websites for Real Estate Investors in 2022
Mashvisor
JUNE 10, 2022
Here, you will find the 10 best rental websites for real estate investors in 2022. Finding a great rental property to invest in can be tough. Table of contents Why…
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5 Ways to Win During a Down Housing Market
BiggerPockets
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Knowing how to invest during a recession is what separates the good from the great investors. Most veteran real estate investors know that during downtimes, the lucky landlords get swept […].
Is Roofstock Legit? An In-Depth Review for Real Estate Investors
Mashvisor
MAY 7, 2022
As a modern-day real estate investor in search of online real estate platforms and marketplaces, you might be wondering: is Roofstock legit? Table of Contents What Is Roofstock? What Does…
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