There are many factors that can influence a Renter’s decision on a property. Living in an area with a good school district is often a priority for many prospective renters and buyers. Neighborhoods with good school districts are often believed to produce stable home values. This also appeals to many investors as properties in these areas are often easier to rent due to their appeal. This is due to the belief that neighborhoods with excelling s...
TAMPA – Rent It Network, a market leader in property management services, has launched an investor services division. With the addition of these services, they now aim to broaden the scope of rental home solutions to current and potential investors.
Over time, Rent It Network has seen an increase in demand for a one stop solution to assist both new and experienced investors with their Florida real estate holdings. Services include acqu...
Even with a population of more than 4 million, Tampa remains one of the most frequently visited tourist locations. In 2017 Tampa added 31,900 jobs in the private sector according to Emerging Trends Reports. Tampa’s unemployment rate, 2.9%, also continues to remain lower than the regional average of 3.1%. The previous year alone another 30,000 jobs have been added in the Tampa Bay area continuing cities&rsquo...
Although they may not be our actual children, most of us consider our 4-legged friends to be a part of the family. This can be a problem for many pet owners when looking into rental properties that have breed and pet restrictions, on top of ridiculously high pet fees and rent. While pets do pose potential risks to your property, being pet friendly has several benefits that can present a great advantage to many landlords....
Self-managing your home can be an exciting yet complicated opportunity – especially when you get to interact with your tenants and respond to their needs. Often times new landlords make many mistakes that can be avoided through education. Here is a list of 3 common mistakes landlords make, and how you can avoid them.
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The U.S Department of Housing’s section 8 programs assists low-income families by paying their rent through vouchers that offset the price of residency. Roughly 2 million American families are awarded section 8 vouchers each year. The funds are distributed by local Public Housing Agencies who determine how the program operates per area. While some landlords have...
Often times, the first question asked by anyone seeking a new residence is “ should I rent or buy?” For almost the last decade the trend has been to buy, according to Diana Olick at CNBC, an American business broadcast channel. However with rapidly rising home prices and increased mortgage rates recent trends have shown a shift from home ownership into home rentals. Here’s Why.
One trick successful investors use to purchase properties is being aware of the present stage of the 4 phases of the real estate cycle. These stages identify the current status of the broad real estate market. An understanding of the buying and selling patterns during each stage of the cycle can help investors determine the best time to acquire and release properties to accumulate the greatest return. Knowing the curren...
The highs and lows of the investment process can be overwhelming to the new or amateur investor. There are many classes and webinars that teach detailed strategies that can be extremely useful to guide you through the investment cycle, however they can be lengthy and expensive. The following are 5 practical habits used and developed by successful real estate investors that can help you be successful in all your busines...
The price –to- rent ratio helps potential homebuyers, renters and investors locate ideal areas to move or invest into. This is determined by evaluating properties in a particular market and determining if houses there are fairly priced or more inflated than surrounding neighborhoods. Price – to -Rent ratios can help investors discover markets where homeownership is harder due to ...
