As part of a board, you have an important role to play in your community. If everyone on the board does their role well, their community as a whole will be better for it. But, if board members don't take their roles seriously or don't operate with... (Read More)

You know that a real estate investment can be a great way to bring in extra income. You can be a landlord while working a job or pursuing a hobby. You can even make being a landlord your main gig. When it comes to real estate investments, you can... (Read More)

Investing in commercial property can certainly have its financial benefits. Typically, this type of investment has the potential for higher earnings than residential real estate. But, there are a lot of fees that are also attached to owning any real... (Read More)

Every landlord wants to maximize their investment and one of the ways to do this is by getting the most out of the square footage in their commercial property. Commercial properties can sometimes have wasted space that isn't beneficial to the tenant... (Read More)

As a residential landlord, you want to find the right tenants. Thoroughly screening your tenants can help you choose wisely. But, what will make your property more attractive to potential clientele? There are a few things you can do to help you... (Read More)

Are you looking to bring in some extra income at your commercial property? If so, there are a few things you can do. Two things to consider are: 1.) How you're utilizing the property. 2.) Are there any additional services you could... (Read More)

We all need reminders sometimes. It's no different for tenants. You can help tenants out, enhance communication between the two of you, increase on-time rental payments and improve property maintenance by sending out helpful reminders. Have you... (Read More)

What did it feel like when you were elected to your association's board? What were your goals? Why did you agree to serve? Does the reality of the responsibility align with your vision of the work? Board members may be able to leverage their... (Read More)

While you may be a landlord because you're motivated by the income opportunity, you can't approach the tenant relationship as such. The relational aspect of renting a property can't be overstated. You need to treat it as more than a business... (Read More)