Posts by Alain Gonzalez

After much thought and research, you’ve finally decided that you want to purchase a property for the purpose of renting it out for additional income each month. Whether this is your first foray into the world of real estate investment or you’re a seasoned pro who’s on the lookout for your next property, there are…

Whether you own a modest rancher or a sprawling mansion, security for your rental property is a primary concern. By borrowing from a concept known as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), you can design or modify the property’s outdoor spaces to help it more secure. The following four landscape tips can help: 1. Install…

Automated home technology continues to grow with many renters expecting at least some options in the homes they look at. In fact, when choosing between two homes that are comparable, a renter is more likely to choose the one that has the convenience and security of automated home technology. Automated Home Technology Statistics About 10…

In order to appeal to today’s renters and generate the most income, the owners of rental homes need to stay informed about the trends that are leading the rental home industry. Below, you’ll find some ideas for kitchens and bathrooms — the two places where a home often shows its age most — that you…

Whether you consider yourself to be a “real estate investor” or not, that is essentially what you become when you rent your home out for income. This aspect of the business is one that can be both exciting and lucrative. Before you jump in though read these tips that are geared especially for those who…

Real estate and property management pretty much go hand in hand. Without a property manager, the day to day responsibilities of an estate can go haywire. Here are a few good reasons to hire a property management company. What a Property Manager Does Deals with tenants on the property owners’ behalf Resolves tenant complaints Keeps…

Whether you’re just now getting your property ready for the rental market or you’re wanting to make some improvements before the next renters move in, you don’t have to contract out for everything. The following home improvement projects are ones that most homeowners can accomplish by themselves in a day or over the course of…

As the owner of a home for rent, you probably never thought you’d have to deal with your renters belongings. Unfortunately, sometimes renters decide to leave unexpectedly or simply have too many items to deal with. Their answer to these dilemmas is to leave those things behind. Below are a few suggestions about how to…

Curb appeal is a buzzword that is often associated with the real estate industry. It refers to the way that a home and/or property looks from the curb as an individual drives past it. The same thought process also applies to homes for rent, too. In order to attract the best renters and to charge…

Prospective tenants often have many questions about your home. After all, they are looking for the property that is best for their needs so questions like the neighborhood where the home is located, the number of bedrooms and the monthly rent are all understandable. What about those tricky questions that sometimes take you by surprise?…