I used to be a strict pet-free landlord. I followed the same logic any investor might when deciding if my renters would be allowed to keep pets: Pets cause damage. They increased wear and tear, which could negatively affect my bottom line. Therefore, I simply would not allow pets at my properties. I’ve had a... Continue Reading →
5 Unreasonable Landlord Behaviors (& How to Fix Them for Higher Returns)
Landlords’ returns are only as good as their property management. Unlike owning, say, shares in a mutual fund, bonds, or private notes, holding rental properties is not 100 percent passive. Rental income does require some work—and some skill, to boot. I see many mom-and-pop landlords make the same mistakes again and again and again. Here... Continue Reading →