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How to Overcome Communication Barriers as a Landlord

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - People often lament on the unfair landlords they’ve dealt with, and it’s vice versa for property owners. However, the landlord-tenant relationship doesn’t have to bubble over with hostility. Even if you have existing communication barriers with specific renters, you can dismantle these issues by operating from an objective, empathetic perspective. Keeping tenants satisfied is your […]
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Rentec Direct Product Development Update: Made Live in February 2020

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Here at Rentec Direct, your team works hard to make your job as a landlord or manager even easier. Every day, new changes are being tested and implemented to ensure that your software is perpetually adding value by creating more efficient ways to manage your daily tasks. With that priority in mind, you should know […]
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22 Iconic Places Around the World to Explore This Year

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - From the high mountain ranges of South America to the vast deserts of northern Africa, the world is full of iconic places. These esteemed travel destinations are iconic in every sense – famous attractions, revered sites, and aesthetic marvels that ... Read More

Why You Want A Great Landlord-Tenant Relationship

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Fostering a great relationship between landlords and tenants is not a herculean task, though it can be difficult at times. Like any relationship, it’s important for both parties to meet halfway, and finding a prospect willing to put in that effort takes extra vetting. Renters should carefully avoid a terrible rental situation, and managers should […]
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14 Amazing USA States You Should Visit in Your Lifetime

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Living in the USA has many benefits, and having 50 states to visit is one of them. No two states are alike, and their residents are proud of them. It’s precisely that diversity that makes this country the wonderful place it is.  Traveling the world has appeal, but a sense of wanderlust can be equally ... Read more

12 Frugal or Free Gifts For Kids At Christmas Time

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - If you have children, you know that most of the time (especially when they're little), they get more enjoyment from the box a present came in than that actual present itself. Perhaps imagination counts for much more than a mere toy can provide at that age range. However, cats are also known to truly enjoy ... Read more

How Digital Nomads Can Invest & Trade While Traveling the World

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - The popularity of the digital nomad lifestyle has increased over the last decade, with more people choosing to work while they travel. Statista reports show that the United States has 134.4 million full-time employees, with 17.3 million classified as digital nomads. This means digital nomads account for nearly 13% of the workforce. The nomadic lifestyle ... Read more

Busy Agent? Is It Time to Hire an Assistant?

Posted By SpringbokRealty on Real Estate

https://www.springbokrealty.com - So, business is booming. That’s great news That likely means commissions are up and that your wallet is feeling pretty good about what’s happening.


But with increased business comes increased stress and responsibilities. No matter how good it might feel to have those extra dollars, the chances are that arise in business also means the need to spend more time helping clients, allowing you less free time to enjoy leisure activities or to cultivate other aspects of your career.


So maybe it’s time to hire an assistant.


Think about it. With the help of some new hands, you can provide yourself with 3, 4, 5 hours a day of extra time. Consider the fact that hiring an assistant for even 10-15 hours a week is like adding those hours to your week. All of a sudden, someone else is available to

Webinar Recap: PayNearMe- Electronic Rent Collection For Cash Paying Tenants

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: PayNearMe: Electronic Rent Collection For Cash Paying Tenants They may say that “Cash is king,” but for a landlord or property manager, physical cash can be a bit of a nuisance. A cash rent payment comes with its fair share of liability and additional work, but many tenants prefer to pay […]
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4 Key Points to Add to Your Lease Agreement

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Any landlord or property manager can tell you how important the lease agreement is to ensure a professional and legally sound rental situation. While you may know the importance of having your lease agreement reviewed with a lawyer, and you are aware of just how crucial prepping your new tenants on your expectations can be, […]
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Congratulations to the 2020 Tech Mastery Scholarship Winners

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Rentec Direct is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Rentec Direct Tech Mastery Scholarship. The Tech Mastery Scholarship program from Rentec Direct offers assistance to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing an education in technology by helping them achieve their academic dreams and future goals. The 2020 Tech Mastery Scholarship has been awarded to […]
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Amazon Rebrands “Twitch Prime” to “Prime Gaming” To Woo Gamers with More

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Amazon, the monolith that owns Twitch, has rebranded its gaming offerings, previously called Twitch Prime, to Prime Gaming. This move puts the gaming service on par with Amazon’s other Prime offerings, including music, reading, and the shipping services that made ... Read More

How to Care for Fish While Traveling on Vacation

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Aquarium keeping can be a very fulfilling hobby, though it can be high maintenance. Fishkeepers know the stress of finding an arrangement that works if they are ever absent. But preparing can be easy if you know how to care ... Read More

16 Must-Do Activities in Istanbul: A Traveler’s Ultimate Guide

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Istanbul, once called Constantinople, is Turkey's second most important city, aside from the capital, Ankara.  There are many reasons to visit Turkey and its cultural melting pot, Istanbul. There is delicious food available at many different places throughout the city, a dizzying number of museums and religious sites of importance, and some of the best ... Read more

7 Tips For Property Managers to Create Effective Email Marketing Campaigns

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - When used correctly, email marketing can be an incredibly effective tool for reaching new clients, communicating with existing ones and promoting your business. It also makes it easier for property managers to communicate with a large number of people with very little effort and expense. Here are some tips to get the most out of […]
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14 Fun Ways to Use Your Time During This Black Friday Weekend

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - I went shopping for Black Friday once while I was in college a hundred years ago. I vowed never to do it again, and I'd kept that promise to myself since that crazy morning. Admittedly, there are people who love the hustle and bustle of Black Friday shopping, but I am not one of them.  ... Read more

10 Great Reads for the Successful Real Estate Agent

Posted By SpringbokRealty on Real Estate

https://www.springbokrealty.com -  


Reading is essential for any professional but especially for the real estate sales person. Well-written, quality books can help you make your way to the top of your industry and can grow your real estate business by leaps and bounds. Readers are winners. Statistics prove it.  


If you’re a real estate agent, especially a new agent, it’s a good idea to establish the habit of reading at least 10-15 minutes per day. Most everyone can spare that amount of time, either first thing in the morning, before bed, or even in the middle of the way when you’ve got a little bit of idle time while perhaps waiting to pick up the kids from school, sitting in line at the drive-in fast food place, or any other spare moments you find.  


Real estate books are a dime a dozen. Some are good, others are s

12 Reasons Baby Boomers Are Tightening Their Spending

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Baby Boomers don’t need a reminder that they aren’t spring chickens. Ranging in age from 60-79, boomers are all looking at or well into retirement. Money is likely starting to be a concern, even if they saved well for their “golden years.” While retirement is supposed to be a time of relaxation and enjoying activities ... Read more

New Feature- Export CSV Data for Properties, Tenants & Owners

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Manage your data better than ever before with a new feature from Rentec Direct that provides landlords and property managers with an easy way to download spreadsheets containing relevant information for their properties, tenants, and owners. Your Rentec Direct software gives you convenient ways to store relevant information about your properties, tenants, and owners, beyond […]
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Should I Renew My Lease Agreement with My Tenant?

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - As a landlord, you always want to have a tenant in every unit. But is it better to have a bad tenant than no tenant at all? When a lease ends you have the option to renew or not to renew the rental agreement. It’s ideal to keep a good tenant, but if you’re not […]
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