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Rent Growth Continues in Secondary Markets

Many midsize markets in the Midwest, Northeast and South are still experiencing strong rent growth even while new apartment construction supply continues to weigh down asking rents in pandemic boomtowns,…

3 Must-Have Coverages for Landlords

By Andres Dominguez III I spent years mastering landlord insurance, but I’ll break it down for you in minutes. Landlording is rewarding, tedious, and at times a pain in the…

Phoenix, Tucson Rents Flat Month-Over-Month

Phoenix rents are flat month-over-month and down 3.8% year-over-year, according to the May report from Apartment List. Phoenix’s rent growth over the past year has fallen behind both the state…

Portland Rents Rise in April, Decreases Over Year

Portland rents rose 0.8% in April, making the overall median rent in the city $1,549, according to the May report from Apartment List. While the median rent in Portland rose…

Salt Lake City Rents Flat In April

Salt Lake City April rents are flat month-over-month and down 2.6% year-over-year, according to the May report from Apartment List. The overall median rent in the city stands at $1,310,…

A Landlord’s Guide to Credit References for Rentals

The Big Picture On Credit References: Utilizing credit references is crucial for landlords in distinguishing responsible tenants from potential problem renters. Landlords are advised to rigorously verify the authenticity of…

Should I Pay Off My Mortgages or Invest in New Rental Properties?

The Big Picture On Should You Pay Off Your Mortgages Or Invest In New Properties? Maintaining some level of debt can be strategically advantageous, as it allows for leverage in…

How Many Mortgages Can You Have as an Investor?

The Big Picture On How Many Mortgages Can You Have As A Real Estate Investor: Real estate investors can often have more than one mortgage at a time, with some…

How to Increase Rent Without Losing Tenants (PLUS: Free Raise the Rent Letter)

The Big Picture On How To Increase Rent Without Losing Tenants: Understanding local rental laws is essential for legally implementing rent increases, ensuring landlords comply with specific regulations regarding notice…

Proof of Residence Letter Sample: How to Write an Affidavit of Residence

The Big Picture On Writing A Proof Of Residence (With Samples): Writing a proof of residence is an easy process that can be broken down into even easier steps. Alternatively,…