Landlord Academy

Currently 17% of all Americans live in apartments, while another 36% rent homes. With renting being as popular as it is, as a landlord, you might be wondering how you can best take advantage of this market and

There are a lot of responsibilities that you’ll take on when you become a landlord. It’s easy to focus on the easier, more immediately beneficial parts of renting out a home or building to tenants. And there are

There’s a lot that goes into being a good landlord. You need to keep your finances intact, remain professional with your tenants, market your rentals, and manage your properties efficiently. That’s a lot of

Real estate is always a sound investment, especially considering just how many Americans are now renting their homes. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated in 2017 that roughly 36% of American households were

For most landlords, the primary goal of real estate investment is to earn more and succeed financially. After all, a survey by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate revealed that 96% of people who have invested in

Winter is a slow time of year for property managers when it comes to leasing. But maintenance and safety is a year-round job.

From carbon monoxide poisoning to residential fires, the winter season is

You’re investing in a property to bring in additional income as a landlord. That means you need to choose a property that’s not only worth renting out but also won’t cost you more than you’ll make in the long

Summer is on its deathbed and that means that busy season for landlords is coming to an end. If you’ve found yourself in a residency rut, it might be time to switch tactics. After all, gaining new renters can be

If you’re one of the countless people looking to invest in a new home this year, there has been no better time to buy. According to Forbes, the first half of 2019 has been going swimmingly for first-time

The DIY era and eagerness to flip might be taking a bit of a turn, according to industry professionals. Although 48% of homeowners planned to decorate their homes in 2018, data shows that willingness to take on

According to a recent study by Renthop.com, July through September is peak rental season. In fact, there’s a 4.5% difference seen between rental rates in July compared to January. Between relocating for school or

Most real estate agents will advise their clients to invest in landscaping prior to selling their homes. After all, having well-maintained trees and shrubs can increase property value by up to 14%. But today’s

As a landlord, you want your tenants to be as happy as possible with their accommodations. Unfortunately, summer can bring a lot of problems, including pests. Pests, like ants, rodents, and bees, can be more than

Summer is peak moving season, which means now is the best time to find potential tenants for your rental property. Unfortunately, this also means you’re up against a lot of competition as one of the 28.8 million

Summertime is a season for spending time outside, for relaxing, and for enjoying moments with loved ones. It’s no wonder why so many families choose to take a vacation during this season. But while 71%

Cabinets are a kitchen’s most important feature. As the first thing that people notice, they get a lot of attention and can seriously impact the overall aesthetic of the room. They are also, unfortunately, quite

With spring weather finally here, it’s a great time for landlords and property managers to make any improvements or changes to their rental properties. After a long winter, it’s important to ensure properties

Foreclosure is a legal process in which a lender attempts to recover the balance of a loan from a borrower who has stopped making payments by forcing the sale of the property in order to use the asset as

The U.S. has more pet dogs than any other country, with 75 million pups finding their way into homes all across the nation. And while these furry friends undoubtedly bring an immense amount of joy into

There are a number of basic maintenance tasks that should be completed before you sell your home. In addition to home inspections (and any repairs or changes that may be needed as a result of their findings), many