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March 17, 2025March 19, 2025Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Foreclosure Market Analysis: Your Guide to Hidden Deals

A suburban neighborhood with multiple houses, some with boarded windows and overgrown lawns. A husband and wife are standing in front of the home they have been evicted from, crying.

Recent foreclosure market data reveals significant shifts that create unique opportunities for real estate investors. U.S. foreclosure activity showed a notable decline […]

March 16, 2025March 14, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders

Office Investment Rebounds: Top Markets for Office Investment

A bustling city skyline with towering office buildings and busy streets below, showcasing the top markets for office investment

The U.S. office market is showing signs of renewed vigor in early 2025, presenting strategic opportunities for real estate investors seeking value-add […]

March 15, 2025August 5, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders

CMBS Special Servicing Rate Hits 5-Year High: Office and Retail Risks

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The commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) market continues to face mounting pressure as distressed assets flood special servicing. The special servicing rate reached […]

March 14, 2025April 2, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management, Tenants

How to Record Prepaid Rent: A Guide for Savvy Landlords

A landlord standing in front of the door to a rental apartment accepting money from two young female college students he is renting an apartment to.

Managing rental income effectively requires understanding prepaid rent scenarios. When tenants pay their rent ahead of schedule, you as a landlord need […]

March 14, 2025June 11, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Tenants

Why Your Move-In Inspection Checklist Could Make or Break You

A rental property manager with a clipboard with a checklist and a set of keys, meeting her tenant to perform a move-in inspection.

Moving new tenants into your rental property requires careful documentation to protect your investment. A comprehensive move-in inspection checklist serves as your […]

March 14, 2025April 24, 2025Investors, Landlords

Strategically Navigating the Most At-Risk Housing Markets

A row of houses with varying conditions, from well-maintained to dilapidated, set against a backdrop of a stable and bustling market

Recent market analysis reveals significant vulnerability across several major U.S. housing markets, with concentrated risk in California, Illinois, and the New York […]

March 13, 2025May 28, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Real Estate LLC Tax Return Basics Every Investor Needs Now

A man and woman sunbathing by the pool. The man is working on his laptop filing the LLC tax return for a rental property that they own.

Filing taxes for a real estate LLC doesn’t have to be complicated. When you own rental properties through an LLC, you benefit […]

March 12, 2025March 18, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management

Security Deposit Accounting: Best Practices for Landlords

A tenant handing her landlord a security deposit in cash for her rental property deposit

Security deposits play a vital role in protecting rental property investments. As a landlord, proper accounting of these funds ensures both legal […]

March 12, 2025March 14, 2025Investors, Landlords

Midwest Rental Market for Investors: The New Opportunity Zone

Two female real estate investors standing in front of a house in suburban Chicago discussing purchasing the home as a rental investment.

The Midwest rental market stands out as a compelling investment opportunity, with several regions outperforming national multifamily trends. While coastal markets face […]

March 11, 2025July 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

What Does Your Property’s Cap Rate Really Tell You?

A city skyline with tall buildings and a prominent commercial property, representing the concept of cap rate

The capitalization rate, commonly known as cap rate, serves as a fundamental metric for evaluating real estate investments. A cap rate is […]

March 11, 2025March 14, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords

CRE Sales Trends: Market Activity Surges in Q1 2025

A graph with a line trending upwards, representing increasing commercial real estate sales over time

The commercial real estate market in early 2025 presents a fascinating study in contrasts. While January’s aggregate sales volume dropped by 14% […]

March 8, 2025March 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords

Triple Net Lease Benefits for Commercial Real Estate Investors

A commercial building with three distinct tenants, each responsible for their own property taxes, insurance, and maintenance

A triple net lease represents a powerful commercial real estate arrangement that shifts property expenses to tenants while providing steady income streams […]

March 7, 2025March 14, 2025Accounting, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Essential Landlord Bookkeeping Templates for Success

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Managing rental properties demands organized financial records, and the right bookkeeping tools can transform this task from overwhelming to effortless. Free rental […]