When you’re renting out a property, there’s one key to a successful investment above all else. Tenants might not be the only factor at play, but they are the most important. A single reliable tenant can turn a property into a profit, while one particularly bad one can turn it into a money-eating pit. To […]
The key to success in business is getting your product or service seen by the people actively searching for it. This idea holds true for property owners using Airbnb. Like Google, Airbnb uses an algorithm to display property search results. Using the search parameters provided by the user, Airbnb will display the results that they […]
Renting your holiday home can be a minefield of mixed emotions. On the one hand you have the opportunity to make money by letting your holiday home whilst it is not in use. On the other hand, you’re allowing virtual strangers to stay in your home. A recent spate of holiday home burglaries is a […]
Moving to a new city can be stressful. Moving to an unfamiliar city with what seems to be a completely different culture only adds to the complexity and the worry. If you’re relocating to Dubai, here are a few tips on what to expect. We’ll also share advice on how you can minimise the potential […]
Are you considering buying a second home? You’re not alone in pursuing this aspect of the American Dream – in the spring of 2017, 9.26 million people lived in a household that owns a second home. Now is a good time to buy because home prices are falling. But buying a second home and renting […]
Methamphetamine aka Meth and in particular, crystal meth (same as Meth but in a different form), is not as common in the UK as it is in other areas such as the rest of Europe, the USA, Australia and New Zealand, however it’s use is on the rise and landlords need to be vigilant. New […]
Renting is an established business practice which was around since the introduction of private property. It got a solid footing after the introduction of public transportation during industrialization and urbanization. In the recent years, this market is undergoing a substantial transformation. Internet increased the availability of information, while modern listing platforms enhanced the transparency and […]
As a landlord, you want to help your tenants have a nice place to live. However, you also want to be receiving an adequate amount of rent for the quality of your building, units and location. However, in some major cities across the USA, rent is actually dropping. While this is great for renters and […]
Mold is never a welcome housemate to discover in a rental property. Dealing with this menace requires recognizing it, notifying your landlord, and seeing its removal through to completion. According to experts from All Dry USA, this environmental hazard can cause symptoms similar to allergic reactions, including skin irritation, sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, and other […]
Let’s be honest: managing a rental property is a lot of work. For an enterprising property owner, rental property is a great way to earn income–41% of US households now rent instead of own. But if you don’t know what property management duties actually entail, you’re setting yourself up for a bad renting experience. A […]
Whether you’re a new landlord or a highly experienced one, you’ve probably heard a fair bit about the prospect of transitioning from traditional rentals to AirBnB rental in recent times. Given the potential riches you’ve seen, it’s likely that you’ve at least considered following this growing trend. Before you do, though, it’s vital that you […]
When you get accepted into university, it can be very overwhelming when you have to make a lot of decisions in a short space of time. You’ll need to accept or decline your offer, decide when you are going to move, potentially book flights and most importantly find a place to live. There are many […]
Probably the most challenging task for landlords is collecting rent from tenants. This is why so many property investors elect to outsource the management of their rental properties to property management firms. You may have heard this saying before: Landlords are in the people business. Managing tenants and forging a great relationship can be learned. […]
Apartments and flats are springing up all over the UK, but aren’t necessarily generating sales. According to research aggregated by The Guardian, 50% of new London flats don’t sell despite the intensity of the property market. The story is echoed in Liverpool, Manchester, and Birmingham, according to local press. With a multitude of unsold flats […]
Living costs in London like many standout cities around the world are at the high end, so it is not uncommon for young professionals to house-share aka flatting; in order to make their wages go further. It’s a very different scenario to living at home of course. There’s the personal accountability to pay rent and […]
It is very important that you thoroughly inspect your apartment for various things if you are moving into a new place or ending your lease. When you know exactly what to look for, you will be able to protect yourself more effectively from being charged by the landlord. Anyone who moves into a new place […]
