Resources for Landlords and Real Estate Investors


How Should Landlords Handle Property That Tenants Leave Behind?

When a tenant moves out, preparing for the next renter takes extra effort. Repairs, maintenance, and cleaning are all part of a landlord’s turnover routine. But the situation becomes more complicated when the previous tenant leaves belongings behind. Should you return the abandoned property? Can you throw it out or keep it? Read on for …

Why are People Converting Vacation Rentals to Long-Term Rentals?

Owning a vacation rental property can be a profitable venture, especially in popular tourist destinations. However, as some markets have become saturated with short-term rentals, and the needs of travelers are changing, many property owners are finding that converting their vacation rental into a long-term rental can yield several advantages. Steady, Predictable Income One of …

September 2023 Rental Market Update

Here’s the latest rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for September 2023: Closed Rental Units: 2,539 (17.98% increase year over year) Median Lease Rate: $2,150 (2.38% increase year over year) Average Lease Rate: $2,368 (2.42% increase year over year) Average Days on Market: 39 (25.81% increase year over year)

Book Review: First-Time Landlord: Your Guide to Renting Out a Single-Family Home

How Could Squatter’s Rights Affect My Rental Property?

A landlord owns a rental unit to secure rent-paying tenants. Unfortunately, a property that sits empty too long could acquire a non-paying occupant. A squatter takes up residence on a property without the owner’s consent. But although the squatter’s presence is unlawful, you must handle him with caution since he does have certain rights.    By …

August 2023 Rental Market Update

Here’s the latest rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for August 2023: Closed Rental Units: 2,575 (12.84% increase year over year) Median Lease Rate: $2,200 (0.23% increase year over year) Average Lease Rate: $2,466 (3.40% increase year over year) Average Days on Market: 41 (46.43% increase year over year)

Finding Reliable Maintenance Professionals

One of a landlord’s fundamental tasks is maintaining his rental units. But considering the array of potential issues at a rental property—from plumbing to structural—no landlord can single-handedly manage every repair. Instead, he must engage reliable maintenance professionals before his property needs work.   Ideal vendors will reliably produce quality work at a reasonable price. But …