When you approach a commercial building, such as an office or a strip mall, what are your initial thoughts? Do you scan the exterior at all? Do you notice if they have nice landscaping or if they have an overgrowth of weeds? What about the paint? Do... (Read More)

Homeownership isn't for everyone. In fact, some people prefer renting over owning. If you're trying to decide if renting is right for you, consider the following: 1. You're planning to move in the next few years. If you desire flexibility... (Read More)

Staying on track with diet and exercise while traveling is a difficult task, especially if you easily fall prey to temptation. It's often easier and cheaper to grab fast food or a quick slice of pizza, especially when options are limited in airports... (Read More)

You may have a second home that you use during a certain season or maybe you just use it for your annual vacations. But, what happens when you're not in your second home? Do you let it sit empty, continuing to pay the mortgage on a home that's left... (Read More)

Are you trying to get more tenants interested in your commercial property? Take some time to really think about who you want to attract. Knowing the type of businesses you desire can help you determine how to design your property and what amenities... (Read More)

Have you been mulling over the idea of allowing tenants to pay their rent online? If so, take the time to read this blog. In it, we discuss several benefits of online rental payments. 1. It helps you stay competitive In this day and age, many... (Read More)

We understand that as a residential landlord, you need to have quality tenants in your property to be able to make an income. Every time you're without a tenant or you have a tenant who refuses to pay rent it can hurt your investment. Being a... (Read More)

Real estate investment can be a lucrative business. However, it can also be a competitive one. There are multiple properties bidding for the attention of guests looking for short-term rentals. So, how competitive are you? Are you keeping up with the... (Read More)

Let's talk about parking lots. They may not be a hot or trending topic, but they are important to homeowners and visitors. There's more that goes into maintaining parking lots than just providing a patch of road or stone to park on. You need to... (Read More)