14th November 2007
While many property managers still use Excel spreadsheets or a pencil and paper to manage their investments, there are much better tools available. The property management software you choose should be flexible, inexpensive and easy to use.You need a rea...
01st November 2007
Finding a good property manager is like any other vendor search – it’s worth your time up front to make the best possible choice. That’s because a bad manager can cost you a lot of money, up to the entire value of your rental property investment. ...
28th September 2007
Along with a strong work ethic and a lot of patience, the most important trait for a landlord is organization. You have a tremendous amount of detail to keep track of and you never know when you’ll need any particular piece of paper or record. You nee...
22nd August 2007
As a landlord, your tightest months for cash flow are usually at the end of the winter and beginning of spring, in March, April and May. You've just finished paying for the extra costs that winter brings; sky-high utility bills, snow and ice removal, hea...