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The current job market is a strong one, but it’s also highly competitive. Candidates have to distinguish themselves from the rest of the crowd if they want prospective employers to notice them. It takes some insight to understand what companies are looking for. One of the keys to landing a new job is to signal ... Read more
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Planning for retirement as an expat comes with unique challenges that can severely impact your financial future. Countries have rules on pensions, social security and investment withdrawals. If you’re not careful, you could pay more than you need to — or even get taxed twice on the same income. Knowing where and how your funds ... Read more
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Have you ever dreamed of visiting a fairytale town? A place where the houses are made of gingerbread, the streets are paved with gold, and the people are kind and welcoming? It seems more than a dream, but did you know ... Read More
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When you rent a place to live, you are often most focused on important details like location, neighbors, community, and other must-have rental features. But what if, as you move the last box into a new place, you realize that your living room have no overhead lighting? Lack of overhead lighting occurs in rentals for […]
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Being a first-time renter is exciting, but it can come with a lot of questions. Learning the ropes doesn’t have to be intimidating, however. With some careful lease reading and a little know-how, even first-time renters will know how to be on their landlord’s good side for the lease term and beyond. This infographic has […]
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Winter weather isn’t kind to those who don’t prepare for it. With snow, sleet and freezing rain, your property might sustain damage without the proper precautions. You have to take a proactive approach to maintenance, taking preventive measures to ensure your rental and tenants are safe during a storm. Fortunately, many of these preventive measures […]
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If you’re considering entering the rental game and adding “landlord” to your title, then you’ll want to educate yourself on the various pros and cons of this business endeavor. Becoming a quality landlord as well as a successful one who actually sees a return on their investment, takes quite a deal of patience, effort, and […]
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You’ve probably spent a lot of time choosing a place to live, and you’ve examined it top to bottom. You know what features it has, what neighborhood it’s in and where you can fit your sofa, bed, and dresser. Still, these aren’t all the facts to know before you sign the lease. Every renter — […]
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It’s no secret that renters often see the landlord or manager as “the bad guy.” From delivering news about rent increases to explaining why your tenants won’t be getting their security deposit back, it can feel like delivering bad news is half of the job. Protect your landlord-tenant relationship by finding ways to deliver the […]
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When you’re in your twenties, you’re just starting to figure out your finances. When you reach your thirties, you are hopefully hitting your stride financially and saving towards your short and long-term goals. Once you reach age 40, your finances should be well-established as you prepare for retirement. How can you be sure that you’re ... Read more
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Each investment property comes with its own risks and rewards, and this is even truer when your property comes with rent-paying tenants, so you can start collecting rental income right away. However, there are ins-and-outs to buying a tenant-occupied rental, and every investor should know the potential roadblocks and benefits to inheriting tenants with your […]
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We recently hosted a value-packed webinar on Optimizing Your Management Tools with your Director of Client Experience, Janell Kittleson. In the webinar, we explored features in your Rentec Direct account you may not be currently using. Janell also shared tips and product updates that will enhance your day-to-day management practices to their fullest potential. The […]
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Keeping an apartment organized is the goal of many apartment residents, but sometimes creating more floor space is easier said than done. Some organization experts recommend going from room to room getting rid of accumulated stuff. Other experts recommend using a minimalist mindset and methods as opposed to getting rid of stuff at random. Simply […]
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We think our clients are awesome and one of the values we love providing you is continuously improving the software so your job in rental management is easier. The Rentec Direct Development Team is tasked with creating, testing and rolling out major feature updates based feedback from clients like you. These major features and product […]
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Being a busy landlord can at times feel like a never-ending juggling act. Check out these time-saving tips and resources to help juggle property management responsibilities like a pro.
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Although tornadoes, hurricanes, and earthquakes cause more property damage, fatalities and illnesses due to a heat wave far outnumber other natural disasters. In the US alone, heat was the deadliest of all weather-related fatalities not only in 2018 but also across both a ten and thirty-year span. From the unexpected Alaska heat wave to the East […]
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There may come a time when working as a landlord that you decide it is time to move on from some of your properties. Whether you’re tired of managing that particular property or you feel that your investments are better placed elsewhere, selling rental property may soon be a priority on your to-do list. Figuring […]
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2020 is officially in full swing, and with it has come some new style trends for your home. At the forefront of these style trends, is this year’s Pantone color of the year–classic blue. Pantone’s annual color picking tradition can serve as a springboard to help you style your home in a way that will […]
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Property odors are nothing to sniff at. A foul smell in your rental can be more than simply an embarrassment, it can have an effect on your ROI. If your former tenants’ activities caused the apartment or home to smell, there are some actions you can take to ensure that future tenants won’t turn up […]
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Unless you’re a high-income earner or independently wealthy, you may have considered launching a side business to earn more money. Starting a side hustle may seem daunting, especially when you’re already working full-time, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Having a side hustle is easier than you might imagine. It doesn’t take a ... Read more
