Jul
28
Know what to look for and what to walk away from when shopping for real estate investments. Investing in real estate is not without risks, largely relying on the status of the stock market and other economic factors. But real estate investment offers many benefits such as building equity and…
Jun
29
Less engaged in real estate investment, the accidental landlord is diligent in knowing the value and convenience of partnering with a reliable property management company. An Accidental Landlord is an individual who came to own rental property for circumstantial reasons, but they don’t consider themselves investors. In comparison with investors,…
Jun
13
Seasonal maintenance and overall property management is one big reason why property owners rely on Cousin James Management. You’ll enjoy summer vacations and outings much more when you know your rental property is secure and well-maintained. The countdown for summer fun kicks in soon after Memorial Day weekend with July…
Apr
27
Quality, ongoing maintenance will ensure better tenants, starting at the curb. When people drive by your rental property, what are they seeing that captures their attention? Do they stop to admire the lush foliage and landscaping? Are they impressed by the new paint job that looks so vibrant and fresh?…
Mar
30
As a rental property owner/manager, identifying less than quality tenants is imperative. There are many reasons for a property owner/manager to avoid difficult tenants. Being able to recognize them in the first place helps alleviate the stress of having to deal with them later. They may pay rent late each…
Mar
23
If you have the time and the patience to do the work, you might even enjoy upgrading. As a rental property owner you know that keeping your rental property maintained can often thwart your revenue gains if you’re not careful; but it is possible for you to affordably keep your…
Jan
26
Avoid Winter Damages that Might be Prevented if Your Tenant Knows What to Do. Renters are not held responsible for damages caused by Mother Nature, especially the ones that winter storms can bring. But there are proactive means of lessening the possibilities, first of which is to have it written…
Jan
12
Each of the four seasons comes with a maintenance checklist to stay ahead of major problems.Heavy snow and ice are not weather conditions most people associate with Texas (with the exception of February 2021); however, it’s good to know how to manage winter problems (should they arise) to avoid letting…
Dec
15
Being informed about the economy and market values will help you make an informed decision. For those of you who have been a rental property owner for a good while, you probably have experience about how to gently raise the subject of a rental rate increase. However, if you’re somewhat…
Dec
10
The importance of knowing when it’s time to invest. You’re not alone if you’re wondering what the best time of year to buy an investment property is. You may discover that the end of the year offers some of the best bargains. Following are some sound reasons to buy an…
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