If you own a rental property, you understand the difficulties that come with its day-to-day operations. Whether it be finding new and trustworthy tenants, taking care of your current tenants’ maintenance needs, collecting rent or anything in between, it can sometimes all feel like an impossible task. Luckily, there are professional property management companies available… Read more »
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5 Packing Tips for Your Next Move

Whether you’re packing up an entire house, or your first apartment, packing up your belongings can be challenging. However, with the right tips and tricks, moving can be surprisingly simple. As your prepare for your next move, here is a list of our best backing tips that will hopefully make your move more organized, efficient,… Read more »
Are You Moving Out? Here are 4 Tips to Help Make Sure You Get Your Security Deposit Back!

If you’re renting a home or apartment, odds are you had to pay a security deposit to your landlord before moving in. The purpose of collecting a security deposit is to assure that the tenant keeps the rental in great condition. When you move out, you are likely to get your security deposit back if… Read more »
4 Small Changes You Can Make to the Inside of Your Rental Property in the New Year

Although you’re renting your space, that doesn’t mean that you can’t make it feel more like home. After a few years of everyday wear and tear, it may be time to fix up your current space. And what better time to do that than the new year? Believe it or not, you can make quite… Read more »
Why Is Providing Proof of Income Important for Landlords?

If you’ve ever rented before, you know that your landlord will probably ask for proof of income. While every rental home and application process is different, it’s important to be prepared to provide proof of income if your landlord does ask for it. If you find yourself in this situation, you may wonder why you’re… Read more »
Should You Renovate Your Rental Property?

A lot of time and energy is spent renovating a property. And it can be hard to justify renovating a property that you’re not living in yourself. However, there are many perks to renovating a rental property. Here are some of the best reasons to renovate your rental property: Remodeling Your Rental Property Will Help… Read more »
Reasons to Offer a Pet-Friendly Rental Policy
If you’re considering a no-pets policy because you think pets mean noise and mess, think again. Here are a few compelling reasons to offer a pet-friendly rental policy: Pet-Friendly Properties Attract More Tenants Around 65 percent of people own a pet, so offering a pet-friendly rental policy can significantly expand your pool of prospective tenants…. Read more »
What Amenities Do Tenants Really Want?
If you’re a landlord, you may be wondering which amenities matter, and which aren’t worth the trouble. Here’s our guide to the amenities tenants really want: Outdoor Space Whether it’s a fenced-in yard, a balcony or a patio, tenants love outdoor spaces where they can enjoy the warmer months. Most are willing to pay more… Read more »
Indianapolis Named Best City for Renters in 2017
It’s a great time to be a tenant in Indianapolis, according to a report from Forbes published in 2017. Last year, Indianapolis topped the popular business magazine’s list of best cities for renters in the United States. Thanks to the city’s affordable rental prices, steady economic growth and stable job market, Forbes recognized Indianapolis as… Read more »
Upgrade Your Rental Property With These Affordable Renovations
Staying on top of your rental property isn’t always easy. Maintenance can be costly and time-consuming, especially if your property needs extensive remodeling. If this isn’t the case, however, there a number of affordable renovations you can make that will not only give your property an attractive new look, but also increase its resale value…. Read more »