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Rent Collection

The Step by Step Guide to Avoiding Late Rent Payments

There are a number of things a landlord can do to avoid missed or late rent payments, from efficient tenant screening to regular reminders...

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 20, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 20, 2024

Finding Tenants

5 Best Websites For Advertising Your Rental Property

Learn where to advertise your property for rent so you can maximize your listing’s exposure, reduce expensive vacancies, and find great tenants fast.

Tyler

Updated

August 19, 2024

Tyler

Updated

August 19, 2024

apartment building
Finding Tenants

Max Occupancy Limits by State: How Many People Per Bedroom?

Two people per bedroom is the HUD guideline, but it is not the law. See the occupancy limits that actually apply in your state and how to set yours.

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 15, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 15, 2024

Rent Collection

Payment Apps: Why You Shouldn’t Use Them for Rent Collection

There are numerous reasons not to use payment apps for rent collection, and now the IRS is cracking down on them too.

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 15, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 15, 2024

Finding Tenants

How To Check For Evictions: Free Eviction Check

Knowing how to check for evictions is essential if you want to select a tenant who will stay long-term, pay rent on time, and look after your property.

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 8, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 8, 2024

Finding Tenants

Portable Tenant Screening Report: A Comprehensive Guide

Portable screening reports are tenant-obtained credit and background checks shared with landlords normally valid for 30 days.

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 1, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

August 1, 2024

Finding Tenants

Tenant Credit Check: How to Read and Understand the Report

The best way to assess a rental applicant is to get a tenant credit report as part of your application and tenant screening process.

Laura Holton

Updated

July 30, 2024

Laura Holton

Updated

July 30, 2024

Investment Strategy

Airbnb Host Fees: What Percentage Does Airbnb Take?

How much does Airbnb take? How much are the host fees, and what additional costs are associated with listing your short-term rental on Airbnb?

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 30, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 30, 2024

Finding Tenants

6 Steps To Get The Best Tenants For Your Rental Property

We take a look at the six key steps that every landlord needs to know to find the best tenants as quickly as possible.

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 26, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 26, 2024

Rent Collection

Guide to Security Deposit Return Letters

A security deposit return letter should be provided at the end of a tenancy detailing the amount of deposit being returned and itemizing any deductions.

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 25, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 25, 2024

Finding Tenants

Why Are Evictions So Costly? (and How to Avoid Them)

Evictions are not something everyone wants to avoid. They are costly, take time, and could have long term ramifications for both parties.

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 24, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 24, 2024

Finding Tenants

The Fair Credit Reporting Act: A Landlord's Guide

Learn what the Fair Credit Reporting Act requires when you screen tenants, from permissible purpose and adverse action notices to disposal and penalties.

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 18, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

July 18, 2024