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Question of the day: If an applicant has a felony charge on their tenant screening report would you rent to them? Or better asked, should a felony charge disqualify a prospective tenant? The answer might not be so cut and dry. Knowing the criteria for approval and denial of a rental applicant with a criminal […]
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With all the time-consuming work of taking care of your tenants, properties, and vacancies it’s hard to keep up with the latest and greatest technology terms and tools out there. Proptech is a newer buzz word swirling about that you may have stumbled across. Beyond being a trendy term, what does it mean for your […]
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Where is a good place to put my money? I hear people saying. What is a good investment strategy? Usually, I would suggest a good index fund or index fund ETF. Where to start, and which one to choose? Look ... Read More
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It is getting harder for financial advisors to pick a lovely basket of tech stocks to sell to their clients. Companies like Apple and Microsoft are the two largest companies by market cap, and they are the two most prominent ... Read More
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In a survey published by Zillow, a surprising amount of landlords revealed they do not fully understand their rights or legal obligations regarding landlord-tenant laws. According to Zillow, as much as 50% of surveyed landlords do not know basic rental laws. Zillow also asked current renters similar questions and found they know slightly more than private […]
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There’s no better feeling for us at Rentec Direct than when we know we’ve made sure your day goes a little smoother. If you have been a long-term client, you know that we value streamlining your daily processes as much as possible. That said, we know it’s easy to get into the daily grind and […]
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At Rentec Direct, we know just how amazing our clients truly are. We love our clients, and we know you are our biggest asset! For this reason, we strive to continually make your job in rental management even easier by adding value to your software. While we are always excited to share our biggest and […]
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There is a fine line between being a concerned landlord and a nosy intruder. How often can a landlord inspect a property? Unfortunately, there isn’t a set number. Property inspection frequency all comes down to three elements: rental inspection purpose, landlord professionalism, and tenant privacy. Rental Inspection Purpose The primary purposes to inspect a property […]
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Perhaps one of the valuable tools for successful rental management is utilizing a full proof tenant screening process to find the best renter for your property. Tenant screening involves evaluating rental applicant’s personal information provided on a rental application and their credit, criminal, and eviction history in order to determine if they are a responsible […]
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Rent payments received by landlords and property managers are at their lowest point since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, according to nationwide rent payment data from Rentec Direct. In order to understand how COVID-19 has impacted rental payment habits, Rentec Direct looked at data from over 600,000 rental units in […]
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Do you need help with rent and other financial assistance or know someone struggling to make ends meet? You’re not alone! There are over 44 million on unemployment, 23 million at risk of eviction, and millions more barely making it paycheck-to-paycheck. Getting through financial hardships isn’t easy so finding help with rent and other financial […]
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What does the eviction moratorium mean for landlords and tenants? Month-after-month rent payments continue to decline. According to a recent report, 35 percent of renters failed to make a partial or full payment on their rent in September. The federal government released a stopgap measure this month to prevent an anticipated avalanche of evictions. This […]
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In the world of investing in index funds, one usually reigns in as the best. That would be either VTI or VTSAX. These two funds are identical in composition but different in how they are represented. It is incredible to ... Read More
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Setting and exceeding property owner expectations keeps your property management company a step above the competition. Give owners a clear understanding of what is included in a property management report, how often they will receive reports, and how to understand them. Property Management Report Audience There are property management reports specifically used by property management […]
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You’ve inherited some properties or perhaps invested in a few and you’ve decided it’s time to hire a property management company. Find that perfect match for your goals and portfolio with this outlined approach. One: When Should you Consider Hiring a Property Management Company Timing on when to consider hiring a property management company goes […]
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As we continue to journey through this unprecedented time, Rentec Direct knows that property managers and landlords continue to face unique challenges and unexpected obstacles. During this time, we want to remind you that your Rentec Direct team is here and available to offer uninterrupted support. Rest easy that your software and support needs will […]
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Summer is in full swing, and with summer sun comes the urge to get outside and enjoy the day with your friends and family. However, this year summer will look a little different. As areas across the country begin to open up, if you are hoping to host your summer BBQ or want to catch […]
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The article was first published Nov 10, 2017 and has been updated on 09/30/2020 with expanded information on current events and resources. The fires ongoing on the West Coast have left communities, families, and individuals devastated as they deal with the tragic aftermath. Between extreme weather and arsons, over 70 active wildfires raged along the […]
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One of my favorite ways to travel and live cheaply is house sitting. Some of you may have heard of house sitting or even jobs that are considered house sitting positions, but house sitting is much more than just staying ... Read More
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