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The covid pandemic has introduced several changes in how businesses are handled on a global scale. Property management too has been affected by these changes. With the present technology on hand, businesses involving property management have been able to adjust and cope with this unusual situation. At this time, it may be safe to ass...

Transitioning from being a renter to a homeowner is considered a huge leap. This could mean being promoted to a new role, or that you’re just tired of paying rent anymore. But this is also where most renters and soon-to-be homeowners find difficult--paying for a down payment. It’s even harder when you have no savings to cover ...

Entering the real estate arena can be quite the experience. This is true especially for a first-time property owner. It is an excellent choice for earning extra income. It can be overwhelming for a while, and you need to take your next steps with care.Avoid the most common mistakes. Here are some dos and don’ts for first-time invest...

During the coronavirus outbreak, many renters are struggling to pay their rent, and that's before they have to worry about the cost rising. However, considering the millions of Americans who are unemployed or whose income has been cut, rent rises during this period might cause major financial troubles. During these trying times, one c...

Christmas is forthcoming, and while the threat of COVID 19 still lingers, there is no fathomable reason not to decorate your abode with the holiday festivities. However, before you jump in and get too engrossed decorating your home with trinkets and whatnot, it is highly recommended to go through these simple yet practical tips to have a ...

Rent growth continues to recover to pre-pandemic levels and has even outperformed historical growth. All across the country, rental prices are going up. In August, it increased by an incredible 10.3% on a year-over-year basis. This is the first time there was a double-digit increase in the history of the dataset of the Yardi Matrix Nation...

When looking for a property to invest in, the goal is often the same - find an underperforming property and renovate it to bring it back to life. Successfully renovating a multifamily apartment property successfully takes good planning and flexibility. The main goal is to maximize the rent dollars the property will eventually bring in. He...

When it comes to the rental crisis in Oregon, there are many perspectives. Landlords may argue that eviction moratoriums are hurting their business and preventing them from fixing up properties for new tenants.Tenants may argue that these laws protect them from unfair rent increases or no-cause evictions. What is clear is that every persp...

According to a recent analysis by Yardi Matrix, people working from home, also known as remote work, impacted rental rates. Rental growth was slower in areas where most people were given the option or were ordered to work remotely. The same analysis also showed that the ability to work from home correlates with higher education. Having a ...

Zillow has recently released the Consumer Housing Trends Report (CHTR) that takes a closer look at renters who moved in the past year. They looked at the demographics of the average renter, such as age, location, and civil status. The report paints a picture of what renters are thinking and doing in mid-2021.The report found that even if ...