Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face rising housing costs, won’t see a return on your investment, and limit your ability […]
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If you are looking for a new property to rent, these posts will help guide you on what to look for and what to expect in your search.
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4 Reasons Renters Might Secretly Hate Renting From You
We want to give you the benefit of the doubt; we bet you’re the nicest landlord out there, always fair, and even drop by every once in awhile to bring treats to your tenants! But it takes a little bit more than a timely bag full of chocolate chip cookies to win the favor of a […]
Read moreThings to Look Out For When Buying a New Rental Property
There’s plenty of talk about housing these days, as the market continues to soar. Even if you’re not looking to uproot in a brand new place yourself, it’s still a wonderful time to consider the merits of owning your own rental property. A good rental property with some quality tenants can continue to make you […]
Read moreRental Preparation and Maintenance: Before, During, and After Tenants
Owning a rental property can be a challenge. Even with the assistance of a property management company, you face a long list of responsibilities as a landlord. We like to split up landlord responsibilities into three distinct categories: before the tenant moves in, during the tenant’s time on your property, and after the tenant leaves. […]
Read moreHow to Have a Stress-Free Holiday as a Landlord
There’s nothing quite like the holidays. You get to see family and old friends, eat incredible food, and reminisce about the good old days. Oftentimes the holidays are also identified with travel. After all, with a week or two away from responsibility, why not book a flight to Europe or take that ski trip you’ve […]
Read moreHow Property Owners can Benefit from Switching to Pet Friendly Properties
As a property owner, have you ever considered making your rental properties pet-friendly? Odds are that the thought has crossed your mind, but you likely dismissed it. Perhaps one or more of the following issues crossed your mind: Too much overhead. Potential of damage to property (scratches on doors or floors, urine stains). Additional expenses. […]
Read moreAre the Surging Rent Costs for Seattle and Bellevue About to Change?
Any Bellevue or Seattle tenant will tell you that, right now, paying rent is painful. With new leases in King and Snohomish counties averaging $1,300 dollars, tenants are anxious for a change that could reduce their living expenses. Back in 2013, there was an overall increase in lease rates by about 6.5%. Since then, there […]
Read more5 Tips to Boost Interest in Your Seattle Rental Property
Finding tenants for your rental property can be a difficult and even discouraging process. You may have had several potential tenants survey the property and turn it down, or maybe no one has contacted you at all. Whatever the case may be, our goal is to help you find the perfect tenants for your property […]
Read moreRental Property Problems a Property Management Company Can Help You Avoid
When considering whether or not you want to become a landlord, there are numerous advantages and disadvantages to consider. Some advantages to owning real estate are the numerous tax advantages, the possibility of additional income putting money right in your pocket, and the potential of your assets to appreciate in value over time. All these […]
Read moreThe Seattle Rental Market Trends and Culture Shifts
If you’re in the rental market for a new Seattle home, you have probably already discovered that rental market prices are climbing—and quickly! Whatever neighborhood you’re looking at, prices are creeping steadily upward, and what with the new changes to minimum wage requirements, we are all bracing ourselves for another leap upward. Supply and Demand: […]
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