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April 2, 2025March 31, 2025Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Tenants

Landlord Strategies For High Debt Delinquency Real Estate Markets

Two renters sitting at the kitchen table with bills scattered around frustrated at having to pay their rent late. A bill collector can be seen outside of the kitchen window looking in.

Operating rental properties in areas with high consumer debt delinquency presents unique challenges for property owners. When tenants struggle with credit card […]

December 20, 2024March 15, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Tenants, Vacation rental management

Renter Fraud to Landlords: Scams Targeting Property Owners

A landlord discovering fake documents and forged signatures in a rental application

Renter fraud poses a significant threat to landlords in today’s housing market. As a property owner, you need to be vigilant and […]

November 22, 2024February 24, 2025Investors, Lenders, Residential Property Management

How To Turn Bank Owned Homes Into Cash-Flowing Assets

Illustration of the benefits of buying a bank owned home and turning it into a rental property with solid cash flow

Working in the world of real estate investments can lead you to unique opportunities, such as bank owned homes. These properties, typically […]

October 18, 2024August 28, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Top 10 AI Scams in Real Estate Investing

A trusted realtor’s email arrives in your inbox with an urgent property opportunity, complete with professional formatting and familiar contact details. The […]

March 14, 2024July 28, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Tenants, Vacation rental management

How To Protect Against Airbnb Rent Arbitrage

Unauthorized short-term rentals through Airbnb rent arbitrage are disrupting rental property owners’ steady income and property management. Tenants who sublet without permission […]

December 14, 2023July 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Tenants

10 CRE Investing Mistakes That Can Make or Break Your Property

Ever find yourself entangled in the complexities of commercial real estate investing? You’re not alone. There are a lot of CRE investing […]

November 27, 2023July 17, 2025AI, Commercial Property Management, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management

How To Utilize Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate as a Landlord

You’ve probably heard the term “Artificial Intelligence” or “Placy AI” thrown around a lot lately. It’s become a buzzword in many industries, […]

October 9, 2023July 16, 2025Commercial Property Management, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management

What Is a Property Management Workflow?

Managing rental properties requires more than just collecting rent. Your responsibilities stretch to finding tenants, handling maintenance issues, and ensuring you meet […]

March 13, 2023June 30, 2025Landlords, Tenants

Setting Reasonable Standards for Tenant Selection

Finding the right tenants for your rental property requires thoughtful planning and clear standards. The tenant selection process balances filling vacancies quickly […]

March 9, 2023June 30, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Tenants

Uncovering Red Flags When Screening Prospective Tenants

A person reviewing rental applications at a desk with some documents marked by red flags, showing concern while screening prospective tenants.

Landlords often face the challenge of balancing the search for qualified renters with the need for thorough evaluation when screening prospective tenants. […]

February 6, 2023May 29, 2025Investors, Landlords