So, you never imagined that your home could be too big… but it has started to feel that way. You are not alone. Americans of all ages and from all walks of life consider downsizing every year. Here are some of the most common reasons people are downsizing: Maintenance time: new work and ...

All relationships, whether personal or professional, are based on mutual trust and respect. Both landlords and tenants benefit from cordial rapport based on those tenets. For the former, it brings consistency and predictability, factors essential to financial interactions. For the latter, it fosters a stable home environment and makes for a happier, less ...

We all know the importance of first impressions. This is especially true if you are a landlord looking to attract new tenants to your rental property. Prospective tenants are more likely to want to see the inside of a property if the outside is appealing. Potential renters want to be able to imagine ...

Wide-open spaces, the gentle breeze, real human interaction – most of us have begun to truly appreciate their worth in 2020. Swapping screen time for street time can also improve your overall health and wellness. Of course, finding a walkable neighborhood can be an uphill climb in itself. We make it easy with ...

2020 has taken it upon itself to become the year of work from home (WFH). Change and discomfort go hand in hand, though, and most of us have struggled to sync our work routines within our homes. The solution may be simpler than you think - a small but deliberately designed WFH or ...

Even with thorough tenant screenings and contract agreements, if you are a landlord you can still wind up with difficult tenants. At some point in your career you may need to evict a tenant, but steps can be taken to solve conflict before an eviction notice is necessary. In addition, learning how to ...

With fall around the corner, now is the best time for rental property owners to carry out inspections. The resulting damage of inclement weather can detract from your investment. Avoid these risks by preparing in advance. Investors should use this time to ensure their properties are safe for the upcoming months. General Inspection of ...

Spring is just around the corner! However, with warmer weather and longer days comes an increased risk of injury as people become more active in and around their homes. As a landlord, what are your obligations when a tenant or their guest is injured on your property? Regarding the question of landlord liability, ...

A new group is making their entrance into the housing market. Generation Z - those born between 1995 and 2010 - comprises 21 percent of the American population (totaling 66.3 million people). They are beginning to enter the housing market as renters, and here are some of the amenities they are looking for ...