Posts by The Welcome Home Team
How to find a perfect rental
Over the past few years I’ve had the opportunity to speak to a number of people either looking to start their journey in real estate investing or have bought a few properties of their own with some success. The conversation tends to go the same way with the same questions being asked, however, the same…
Read MoreThinking of going tankless? Here’s what you need to know….
Whether it’s on the sales side or the property management side, at least once a month we are asked by an investor or a client about tankless water heaters. Tankless, also known as on-demand or instantaneous water heaters, have many benefits over a traditional tank-style water heater. However, they also have some limitations and drawbacks…
Read MoreHappy Valentines Day!
Ah, Valentine’s Day, what some might dub as the Hallmark Holiday. Well, is it? Maybe? You already know if your valentine appreciates your sense of humor, and if they do, don’t be afraid to be funny when sending messages with your If you find yourself struggling on what to write to your valentine, do what…
Read MoreWhy Photos are Key
Having a good set of photos should be the key to your tenant placement strategy. It’s no secret that good photography will allow you to grab your target tenant’s attention and also help to eliminate potential renters who don’t fit within your criteria. Good photography will make or break your property and will either attract…
Read MoreQuestions to ask prospective tenants
You’ve just listed your very first rental property for rent and now you start to get the email inquiries. Excitement, fear, apprehension. Maybe even not knowing what to do. Guess what, that’s normal. You’ve come to the right place. Like you, I started out just the same way, I was maybe a few steps ahead…
Read MoreEverything you need to know about Student Rentals
I get asked all the time by many new investors – should I buy a student rental? My answer is always the same, well, it depends – man, do I ever sound like a lawyer. Student rentals are not for everyone and many investors see the cash flow numbers and get sucked in by that.…
Read MoreHow to succeed as a new landlord
Becoming a new landlord can be both exciting and daunting. A lot of investors jump in head first without educating themselves and often have to learn valuable lessons the hard way. However, it doesn’t always have to be this way, in fact, educating yourself now can help make you a great landlord which benefits not…
Read MoreWhat to expect in 2021’s real estate market?
2021, THANK GOD! 2020 was a brutal year, however it was also a year that was full of opportunity for some, while with others it caused pause, and perhaps even some fear. No one could’ve predicted the COVID-19 pandemic that crippled our local, national and global economies but it wasn’t all bad news, so what…
Read MoreDo I Allow Pets or Not?
Allowing Pets One of the most controversial questions… to allow or not to allow pets? This can be a hard decision because allowing pets may damage your property, but will also attract more potential renters making it easier to rent. The pros of allowing pets in your rental property include things like: Having a broader…
Read MoreYour Pre-Rent Ready Inspection
While these are great suggestions for tenants on moving in to a property, take this as a great way for you to do your own Pre-Rent Ready inspection. If this is what tenants are looking for, this is what you should be looking for.
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