Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2023

The rent is too … high, and landlords, many who receive federal financing and subsidies, made record-setting profits in the past two years. Bob Pinnegar, the president and CEO of trade group the National Apartment Association, told CNBC that the industry is opposed to the expansion of federal involvement in the landlord-tenant relationship.

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BiggerPockets

JUNE 25, 2024

A comprehensive move-out checklist for landlords: Learn how to communicate with tenants, conduct inspections, and handle security deposits effectively.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 21, 2022

Selling a home typically involves nearly 10% in transaction fees between real estate agents , title companies, inspections, and other expenses. Instead, we prefer a “certified” pre-owned car that has gone through a multi-point inspection with all of the preventative maintenance up to date.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

These losses – both insured and uninsured – have traditionally been borne by homeowners, renters, landlords, builders, and property & casualty insurance companies. property inspections) allowing them to restart their origination pipelines much sooner and continue to close loans without delay.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Closing costs are used to pay for items such as appraisals, inspections, and much more. Some costs—such as the down payment, closing costs, home inspection and appraisal—are just the price of admission to homeownership. “Buying a home involves more money out of pocket than just the down payment,” says Michele D.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2023

Landlord concessions have also somewhat increased. Days on the market are lengthening, and home inspections are becoming the norm again. Residential rental markets weakened further, though the high end of the market has shown some resilience. However, housing affordability worsened.

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Mashvisor

OCTOBER 5, 2021

As a landlord, you know how much work it takes to keep your rental investment profitable and in tip-top condition. This is why a landlord inspection is important. You want…

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Mortgagebroker News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

It will require landlords to have their rental units inspected on an annual basis

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 7, 2021

However, not every prospective tenant fits the type of tenant the landlord is looking for, such as business standing, financial situation, etc. Lessees don’t always realize that some office space lease terms are negotiable; landlords and lease brokers often want to keep it that way. As such, there is a lot of competition.

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Mashvisor

MAY 19, 2021

As part of a major licensing department overhaul, landlords in the Denver real estate market will now be required to obtain licenses for long-term rentals. The Denver City Council passed…

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GoForrmz

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Digital Forms: Streamlining Documentation Managing real estate transactions involves a significant amount of paperwork, from rental agreements to inspection forms and purchase contracts. For landlords, IoT can simplify tenant experiences, allowing for remote access or utility management.

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BiggerPockets

MARCH 19, 2021

If you are an active landlord and you mention it at a dinner party, I bet you get lots of questions like “What’s it like?” or “Tell me […].

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 15, 2022

Ultimately, the landlord has the upper hand in the relationship and can change the terms of the agreement due to the short-term nature of the commercial rental space. A commercial lease is a legally binding contract that details the relationship between a tenant and a landlord. What does it mean to lease commercial real estate?

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 5, 2023

Ask your current landlord. If you’re currently renting warehouse space and looking for additional units elsewhere or simply seeking an upgrade, speak with your current landlord, first. What landlord will turn down money in advance? Conduct due diligence on the tenant you’re subleasing from as well as their landlord.

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The Robert Weiler Company

AUGUST 18, 2021

With HVAC, be sure to negotiate with the landlord over who will pay for essential maintenance and who will pay for major repairs and replacement. Don’t assume the landlord will assume this responsibility outright. But you need to know exactly what the landlord is going to pay for and what you will be responsible to pay.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Students chose the school for its offering of live instruction classes for salespersons, brokers, appraisers, mortgage, and home inspection courses at various locations and convenient times, including weekend classes. Mon – Sun access.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Though the risks are high, it is not uncommon for landlords to bypass screening new tenants. Mistake #2: Failing to do a routine inspection of your property. Solution: One of the best ways to catch these problems before they become worse is by doing a routine inspection of the property. Mistake #1: Not screening tenants.

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The Robert Weiler Company

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Landlords typically provide their own leases to prospective tenants of their commercial real estate for lease. Fully understand all terms, costs, clauses, and responsibilities of the tenant and landlord regarding the commercial real estate for lease. Don’t be afraid to ask the landlord if the rent price is open for discussion.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Closing costs are used to pay for items such as appraisals, inspections, and much more. Some costs—such as the down payment, closing costs, home inspection and appraisal—are just the price of admission to homeownership. “Buying a home involves more money out of pocket than just the down payment,” says Michele D.

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Zillow

JUNE 6, 2018

It's the landlord's obligation to return [the deposit] at the end of the lease,” says Abbie Philpott with move-out company Pleased to Clean You. I've seen cases in which landlords stretch this phrase to the limit," Philpott says. Contact your landlord. If so, keep your service receipt as proof for your landlord.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Whatever you do, don’t be a pain and not fix issues that arise during inspection (assuming, of course, you agreed to fix them). Closings fail for a number of reasons , like contingencies (perhaps the buyer’s home didn’t sell, or the bank rejected her loan). Final walk-through surprises can delay closing even longer.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Whatever you do, don’t be a pain and not fix issues that arise during inspection (assuming, of course, you agreed to fix them). Closings fail for a number of reasons , like contingencies (perhaps the buyer’s home didn’t sell, or the bank rejected her loan). Final walk-through surprises can delay closing even longer.

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Zillow

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Further, you could find yourself paying for utilities once covered by a landlord, like water and garbage pickup. The Huge Risk Home Buyers Take When They Waive Inspections. And if you’re moving from the world of renting to the world of homeownership, you'll probably be faced with much higher utility bills. Plan ahead.

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Eppraisal

MAY 18, 2021

You can still have a home inspection done to make sure there aren't too many defects or safety hazards in the home. This way, if you are finally chosen as the lucky buyer, you can give your landlord a 30-day notice. Don't ask for any more personal property than is being offered. Be prepared to purchase the home "as is."

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 15, 2021

You can choose to act as the landlord, handling the typical day-to-day responsibilities; or you can consider hiring a commercial property manager who will administrate those aspects for you. Skimping out of the physical inspection. For first time buyers, hiring a property manager is recommended.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 15, 2021

In Maine , landlords are required to provide certain disclosures to their tenants about lead paint. In 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) passed a rule called the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule requiring firms to use EPA-approved training providers and follow lead-safe work practices when having work done.

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PennyMac

JUNE 2, 2022

Decide If You Have the Ability and Funds to Be A Landlord. Being a landlord can be a rewarding and lucrative job, but there are useful (and sometimes necessary) abilities you need. Now that you know your options, what you want as a landlord, and what you need to get started, follow these steps to get your investment property moving.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 29, 2021

With everything from securing a loan to dealing with the home inspection, a home buyer has a lot to handle. Make Predictable Monthly Payments When you're a renter, you're at the mercy of a landlord. During due diligence, you'll need to hire someone to do a property inspection and appraisal.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 15, 2022

Disclose financial qualification of the buyer or tenant to the seller or landlord. Help the buyer or tenant to arrange for property inspections. The price or terms the seller or landlord will take other than the listing price without permission of the seller or landlord. Explain real estate terms.

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Raleigh Realty

MAY 3, 2021

A landlord can ratchet up rental payments whenever they want to. If you are wondering if a home inspection is worth the cost, the answer is. Your agent will try to buy you the most time for housing inspections. And they'll know how to read inspections, contingencies, and other critical documents.

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PennyMac

APRIL 18, 2022

The ability to decorate your walls, or paint them sky blue, and live with a pet without landlord approval makes buying a home attractive, as do the substantial financial benefits such as tax savings and equity building. The landlord can decide at any time to raise the rent. Landlord pays for necessary repairs and maintenance.

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Quicken Loans

MAY 18, 2021

Converting the home into a rental , for example, may seem like a great way to profit off the home without selling it, but managing landlord responsibilities is no simple feat – especially if you’ve never managed rental properties before. Any decorative or nonessential improvements are at your discretion. Co-Inheritance.

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CA Realty Training

JUNE 16, 2021

A property manager is a licensed third party who manages the property for the landlord. Also, property managers schedule home inspections. The first inspection happens when the tenant moves in, and the second happens when they move out. When you get your license, you can become a property manager in California.

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Will Springer Realtor

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Now that the moratorium on rent increases has been lifted, many landlords are catching up on lost revenue and higher costs by raising the price to be one of their tenants. The median-priced rent for a one-bedroom home in Seattle was $1653 in January, up 23% compared with the same time last year, according to website Apartment List.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Despite this benefit, becoming a landlord is not without its responsibilities and expenses like the occasional property repairs and maintenance costs, ongoing property tax payments, property insurance payments, and more. Another feasible option is to rent out the property.

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Zillow

JUNE 6, 2017

House visits and other specs When it comes to inspections, a property manager should be proactive. Related: Landlording 101: A Rental Management Guide How Renting Out Your Vacation Home Can Land You in Hot Water The Pros and Cons of Renting Out Your Mother-in-Law Apartment Get more tips for managing your rental property.

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Eppraisal

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Have a professional inspection performed to be sure the plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems are working properly and are not defective.   Year-to-year responsibilities include preparing an end-of-year report for the landlord to use for taxes. You will want to find a property that has a healthy structure and bones.

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