Why You Need Professional Property Management
As a rental property owner, you may be wondering if you should hire a Chesapeake property manager. It's a great [...] Read more
How to Flip Properties with Ease
House flipping in Portsmouth seems like a steady process: buy a bargain property, do a little remodeling, and then sell [...] Read more
Fun and Functional Yard Improvement Projects for Renters
If you are among the many Virginia Beach renters, you want your home to feel like your own. One tactic [...] Read more
Cutting the Cord: Should You Keep Your Suffolk Rental Property’s Cable TV?
To recruit quality tenants and improve revenue, some property owners use conventional strategies like offering incentives such as “free” cable. [...] Read more
Zombie Properties: What You Need to Know Before Buying
Are you interested in single-family Suffolk rental properties as an investment? If that is the case, you should understand the [...] Read more
Is it Cheaper to Rent or Buy a Tiny Home?
If you are choosing between renting a Suffolk apartment or buying a tiny home, one of the first questions you [...] Read more
5 Factors that Influence How Long a Tenant Will Stay
As a Norfolk rental property owner, you must be aware of the aspects that influence how long a tenant will [...] Read more
10 Essential Items to Keep in Your Junk Drawer
If you have a home, you certainly also have a junk drawer. This is where you keep all of the [...] Read more
Your Rights as a Renter with a Service Animal
If you are a Virginia Beach renter and have a service or emotional support animal, you must know your rights. [...] Read more
What Makes a Rental Home High-End? Luxury Rental Home Defined
There is a huge difference between a regular Portsmouth rental property and a high-end luxury home. Do you know what [...] Read more
Tips & Tricks to Paying Rent on Time
Paying your bills on schedule might be tough at times. This is especially the case for bills like your rent [...] Read more
An Owner’s Guide to Rental Property Tax Deductions
One of the primary advantages of owning Norfolk rental properties is that, come tax time, you can benefit from deductions [...] Read more
How to Buy International Rental Property
An important reality of owning rental properties is that there's no need to stick to a single local market with [...] Read more
Real Estate’s 5% Rule (and Why Investors Should Use It!)
It's a common misconception that you need to own your own home before buying investment properties. What is more, formerly, [...] Read more
Porch Swings, Tree Swings, and Hammocks: Should You Allow Them on Your Rental Property?
It's difficult to disregard the appeal of a swing or a hammock. Whether it's spending a lazy afternoon on a [...] Read more
Top Tech Tools Every Rental Property Investor Should Know
As technology continues to advance, the business of investing in Suffolk rental real estate evolves with it. Although a few [...] Read more
Investment Properties and HOAs
As a Norfolk rental property investor, the odds are that the subject of buying a property with a Homeowners Association [...] Read more
Protect Your Rental: How to Spot a Fake Application
Verifying a potential tenant’s information on their rental application can be a cumbersome. All things considered, the burden is on [...] Read more
Cozy Soups for the Cold Season
When the weather outside is frightful, it’s a great time to make some of the season’s best hearty soups. Not [...] Read more
DIY Meal Prep: Food Fermentation for Beginners
It is not just delicious fermented foods – who doesn't love a slice of fresh sourdough bread? – several people [...] Read more
Acclimating Your Pets to the New Normal (Again)
Many Portsmouth residents have spent at least part of the past year working from home. Some have been working from [...] Read more
5 Habits of Successful Suffolk Landlords
As a Suffolk rental property owner, there are no guarantees that you will be able to take on the role [...] Read more
When is the Right Time to Sell Your Rental Property?
As a Norfolk investment property owner, you may commit a significant amount of time acquiring and managing your investment property. [...] Read more
8 Ways to Make an Older Home Feel Modern
If your Chesapeake rental property is slightly older, you may be afraid about attracting quality tenants. This is mainly evident [...] Read more
6 Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Move
One of the unpreventable parts of being a Virginia Beach renter is that you will need to move house sooner [...] Read more
How Do Real Estate Investments Affect Your Retirement?
There are a variety of methods to save for your retirement. Each carries varying degrees of risk, and the rate [...] Read more
Do You Need a Storage Unit?
If your stuff seems to be consuming your Suffolk rental home space, you may be asking if you should rent [...] Read more
How to Take Care of Stainless Steel Appliances
Many excellent kitchens in Norfolk rental homes highlight stainless steel appliances. No matter if those appliances belong to you or your [...] Read more
Top 5 Edible Plants to Grow in Your Home
If you like growing fruits and vegetables, a small yard or lack of space shouldn’t stop you from doing so. [...] Read more
Our Thoughts on Partial Rent Payments
As a Portsmouth rental property owner, the chances are that in the future, you’ll have a tenant ask if they [...] Read more
5 Green Ideas for an Environmentally Conscious Home
Today’s Suffolk renters are usually looking for strategies to make their homes more environmentally conscious. And the great news for landlords [...] Read more
Top 5 Preventive Maintenance Tasks
Most single-family Norfolk rental property owners usually regard maintenance and repair as a huge challenge. But looking at it another [...] Read more
Leasing 101: A Comprehensive Guide For Property Investors
Buying and owning single-family rental properties in Chesapeake can be a thrilling and rewarding investment. However, unlike other types of [...] Read more
How to Style a Fireplace During Warm Weather Months
If your Virginia Beach rental house has a fireplace, you may be wondering how to incorporate it into your decorating [...] Read more
Should You Include Appliances in Your Portsmouth Rental Home?
If you are organizing a Portsmouth rental home for your first tenants, or you have been renting for a while, [...] Read more
What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About Finder’s Fees
It is natural for agents to offer or request a finder’s fee as part of a real estate investment transaction. [...] Read more
Decorating Your Norfolk Rental Property: Feng Shui Basics
Have you ever wanted to do a make-over at your Norfolk rental home to encourage more positive energy, but you’re [...] Read more
What Are The Benefits of Using a Property Management Company?
A competent property manager can add significant value to your investment, which is why many seasoned real estate investors will [...] Read more
Property Management Services: A Complete List
The following is a list of the tasks property managers commonly perform for owners. You may only need some of [...] Read more
11 Reasons You Need a Property Management Company
While every investor’s situation is different, there are certain scenarios and factors that typically pre-dispose owners one way or the [...] Read more
What Will the 2021 Housing Market Look Like?
Notwithstanding the many challenges the country faced in 2020, the housing market continued as one of the economy's strongest elements. [...] Read more
How to Stop Killing Your Houseplants
If you are like numerous people, you do not have a good track record keeping houseplants alive. For those who [...] Read more
Multi-family vs. Single-Family Homes
For today’s rental real estate investors, opportunity comes in a significant variety of properties. If you’ve been wondering whether to [...] Read more
Rental Safety Standards to Minimize Risk
As a Suffolk rental property owner, making sure your property meets appropriate rental safety standards is an important responsibility. Although [...] Read more
How to Pick a Good Roommate
Finding a good roommate can seem like a huge challenge. After all, how can you know if someone is going [...] Read more
How to Increase Your Rental Property Income without Raising Rent
Making money as a landlord in Chesapeake is about more than only collecting rent checks. For various rental property owners, [...] Read more
Cheap and Easy Holiday Décor Ideas
Festive decorations can make a Virginia Beach rental home feel cozy for the holidays. And the best thing is that [...] Read more
How to Make the Most of Your Space in a Small Apartment
If you live in a small Portsmouth apartment, it’s crucial to make the most of every square inch. Having your [...] Read more
Does Your Suffolk Rental Property Need a Fence?
If your Suffolk rental property doesn’t already have a fence, you might be unsure if you should have one put [...] Read more
Make Your Norfolk Home Education-Friendly For The Kids
Whether by choice or by necessity, more children in Norfolk are getting their education at home than ever before. If [...] Read more
House Number Ideas for Your Chesapeake Rental
It’s a common saying that when it comes to real estate investing, location matters. And you can’t talk about the [...] Read more
When You Should Compensate Your Tenants
Most of the time, tenants are the ones paying for the right to live in your Virginia Beach rental property. [...] Read more
Rental-Friendly Tips for Making Your Place Look Bigger
Just like every Portsmouth renter, you want to get the most out of your home. However, if your rental house [...] Read more
4 Tactics for Low-Risk Growth for Suffolk Investors
An essential component of successfully investing in Suffolk single-family rental properties is knowing how to mitigate risk. Even though rental [...] Read more
Norfolk Outdoor Summer Safety
One of the most remarkable parts of summer in Norfolk is how many fun things there are to do outdoors. [...] Read more
Best Décor for Your Chesapeake Home Office
Your home office is one of the most important spaces in your Chesapeake rental house. Not only should your home [...] Read more
Should You Provide Outdoor Furniture to Your Tenants?
If your Virginia Beach rental property has a porch or patio, you may be thinking about buying furniture for it. [...] Read more
Why You Need A Low Maintenance Landscape in Portsmouth
An appealing, low maintenance landscape is ideal for rental properties in Portsmouth. Tenants are glad to keep up maintenance on [...] Read more
The Best Home Lending Support Options for Veterans
As a military veteran, you can access many unique programs designed to let you purchase a Suffolk residential property. While [...] Read more
How You Can Be Prepared for Natural Disasters
While it may be hard to predict when a natural disaster will fall in Portsmouth, preparing for a disaster situation doesn't have [...] Read more
9 Ways a Property Management Company Makes Your Life Easier
Having rental properties is a lot of pressure. Sometimes, the number of tasks you need to do to keep your [...] Read more
Making a 72-Hour Kit for Your Chesapeake Home
In circumstances like a natural disaster and other emergencies, thousands of families required to evacuate their Chesapeake rental homes with [...] Read more
4 Ways to Avoid Overpaying on Your Virginia Beach Investment
Acquiring a new investment property in Virginia Beach can be an inspiring experience. But as a rental property investor, you [...] Read more
Are Roommates Covered Under Renter’s Insurance?
Splitting the expense of a Portsmouth rental house with a roommate can be an effective way to save money on [...] Read more
The Hazards of a DIY Handyman
If you are a Suffolk rental property investor who also happens to have a few handyman skills, there's a good [...] Read more
Keep Your Kitchen Tidy with Organized Shelves and Cabinets
Ensuring your Norfolk kitchen stays tidy takes more than cleaning regularly. It also refers to using a good organization strategy [...] Read more
Purchasing Your First Rental Property? Here’s What You Should Know
Getting your own Norfolk single-family rental property can be a remarkable experience. However, similar to all investments, certain risks are [...] Read more
Eco-friendly Kitchen Cleaning Products for Your Chesapeake Rental Property
Everybody wants to have a clean kitchen. But nowadays, it is necessary to understand that not all of the cleaning […]
Read moreReduce Re-use Repurpose: Go Green with these Simple Décor Tips
Beautifying a Virginia Beach rental home is one of the unchallenging methods to build your personality to your home. Yet, [...] Read more
Pet Permits for Investment Property Owners in Portsmouth
Owning pet-friendly rental homes is a fabulous method to lure additional long-term tenants in Portsmouth. Quite a lot of renters [...] Read more
House Hunting 101: How Much Rent Can I Afford?
Being a renter, it is important to understand how much rent you can pay before you get your rental home search [...] Read more
What Landlords Need to Know About Tenants and Military Duty
When renting to tenants who are members of the U.S. military, there are specific federal laws that change the way [...] Read more
Dream Projects with Purpose: Why the Backyard of Your Chesapeake Rental Property Isn’t Worth It
Your Chesapeake rental property’s backyard is a monumental percentage of its prevailing glamor. But there is a major variation amid [...] Read more
Pros and Cons of Stucco Siding on Your Virginia Beach Rental Property
Adding a stucco finish to your Virginia Beach rental property has both benefits and drawbacks. Like all exterior siding options, [...] Read more
Alternatives for Christmas Trees in Your Portsmouth Rental Home
For lots of renters, procuring a Christmas tree is a serious part of celebrating the holiday. But moving a fresh-cut [...] Read more
Pros and Cons of Vinyl Siding for Your Norfolk Rental Property
Vinyl siding is one of the most sought-after siding materials for residential properties. But is vinyl siding a good choice […]
Read moreReal Estate Speculation in College Towns
Few real estate rental markets can present the sort of constant need for rental homes found in a college town. [...] Read more
Do You Have the Right Landlord Insurance?
For numerous property owners in Virginia Beach, the charges associated with landlord insurance can feel like a problem. In particular, [...] Read more
Eight Habits to Get Your Mind Right (and Stay Productive All Day)
When your day is filled with competing priorities, staying focused can be a major challenge. For Portsmouth property investors, there [...] Read more
Fix the Flow: Cleaning Up Hard Water
Hard water is a mutual problem for renters across the country. It generates spots and crusty buildup that may feel [...] Read more
Keeping Your Suffolk Rental Home Tidy All Year Round
Part of being a tenant, keeping the home you rent in Suffolk clean all year can be a challenge. In [...] Read more
Should Your Norfolk Tenants Join a Local Neighborhood Watch?
It’s highly recommended that you make an active effort to encourage tenants to become involved in the community and that [...] Read more
Three Costly Mistakes Virginia Beach Property Investors Make with Exteriors
What a rental property’s exterior appearance looks like contributes a lot to its overall appeal. As an owner, you have […]
Read moreAre Your Residents Damaging Your Portsmouth Bathroom and Don’t Even Know It?
It is plausible that your renters are damaging the bathrooms in your single-family rental homes without intending to do so. [...] Read more
Real Property Management Hampton Roads Versus the Competition
The professional property management industry has been through a lot of great and relevant innovations especially recently, and although the [...] Read more
Natural Disasters Will Strike: Are Your Suffolk Residents Prepared?
The safety of our family and friends is everything we can worry about when there is a danger of a [...] Read more
Lightbulb Sitting on an Electric Bill For a Norfolk Rental Home
Minimizing energy costs is the highest priority for countless single-family Norfolk rental homeowners. Energy-conscious renters are in quest of rental [...] Read more
Don’t Fowl Out: The Problematic Trend of Virginia Beach Tenants Keeping Chickens
According to the US Department of Agriculture, nearly 13 million Americans own or plan to own chickens in the next […]
Read more25 Questions You Should Have at the Ready When Selecting a Property Management Company
Ask the property manager if they own rentals as well? Generally, that indicates more of an "owner's mentality." An owner's [...] Read more
Looking Beyond the Credit Score for Great Portsmouth Tenants
Finding a quality tenant is one of the most vital factors in keeping your Portsmouth rental home profitable. For some […]
Read moreDon’t Fence Me In: What Are the Boundaries for Your Suffolk Rental Property Fence?
One of the common reasons for installing a fence in a Suffolk rental house is the fact that many renters [...] Read more
Preventing Do-It-Yourself “Improvements” Gone Wrong at Your Norfolk Rental Property
The increasing number of people who are trying do-it-yourself home improvements can be traced back to the influence generated by [...] Read more
Protecting Your Chesapeake Rental Property Pipes
There are lots of uncomplicated actions that you can practice to guard your pipes against the freezing cold. The last [...] Read more
Don’t Rush the Move-In and Move-Out Process in Virginia Beach
The move-in and move-out process can be quite a time consuming and overwhelming for both property owners and renters the [...] Read more
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