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7 Overseas Jobs to Consider If You’re Ready to Get Away from the USA.

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - We’ve not exactly had free rein to explore the world in recent years. COVID closed borders for over a year in some circumstances, and going to and from many countries included weeks of quarantine – which doesn’t exactly feel like ... Read More

How Strict Is The Southwest Carry-On Size Policy?

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Southwest Airlines is one of the best budget airlines in the U.S.A. It has a simple business plan for all customers. Each customer will have two free checked bags and a free carry-on bag. How strict is the Southwest carry-on ... Read More

Here Are 9 of The Best Index Funds To Create a Long Term Portfolio

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Looking for great investments? Look no further than index funds. Index funds are some of the best assets out there. They are low cost, take less research time, and match the market. Investing can be as easy as picking just ... Read More

Change Tenants to Residents and Other Term Customization

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Psst! Guess what? I have exciting news! Rentec Direct has developed a method to allow you to change certain terms you see within the Rentec Direct interface. Now, you might be thinking, “What?! That kind of power is only spoken of in ancient legends!”. Or, you might not be thinking that, it is kind of […]
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Webinar Recap: 2020 Update From The President of Rentec Direct

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: 2020 Update From The President of Rentec Direct At Rentec Direct we realize how a real human connection can have a huge impact on your day-to-day experience with your property management software. We also recognize how important it is to feel confident about the future of your software with regard […]
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Webinar Recap: Managing Bank Accounts

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: Managing Bank Accounts Knowing how to expertly handle your finical information in the Rentec Direct software is vital to ensure accuracy in your bookkeeping. Managing bank accounts touches in on several areas of your software’s features. Rentec Direct recently hosted a value-packed webinar for clients to review the ins-and-outs of […]
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How to Prep for a Maintenance Visit During COVID-19

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - During this time of social distancing, there have been many guidelines available regarding when and how to visit any public areas. Many areas have implemented stay at home restrictions, and though some areas are opening back up, it is still a good idea to limit the number of visitors to your home. However, some visits […]
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How to Get Rid of Bad Smells in Your Apartment

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Moving into a new apartment can be an exciting prospect, but to put it simply, finding that your new rental has a foul odor– stinks. Whether your new place is musty, stale, has pet odors, or even smells like fresh paint, an overpowering odor can be less than welcoming.  If you were eager to move […]
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Delta Carry-on Size Policy: What You Need to Know

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Before flying, we often may find ourselves in a situation where we wonder if our carry-on is too big to take on an airplane. That is a thing that can happen even as a veteran flyer. The airlines have restrictions ... Read More

Luxury Apartment Amenities – What Some Renters Will Pay Big Bucks For

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - While a mortgage payment might have signaled success in the past, today more people are choosing to rent for convenience over necessity.  These shifting ideologies of success mean a large pool of affluent renters are shaping the market for developers and owners who want to attract high-end tenants with luxury amenities. Multifamily development trends reveal […]
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The Ultimate State Guide to Coronavirus Information: Plus District and Territories

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - With so much information out there on COVID-19, we want to give you one spot to find it all for your state, district, or territory. As we find useful resources it will be added below so check back often as we continue to update this page with your area’s important coronavirus resources. Alabama State Coronavirus […]
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How to Create the Perfect Balcony Vegetable Garden

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com -   When spring and summer come along, it’s natural to start thinking about those delicious summer vegetables and fruits that come with the warm seasons. Even renters can get in on the gardening activities by cultivating your favorite vegetables, herbs, and beautiful blooms on your rooftop, terrace, or balcony.  Ready to turn your balcony into […]
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Landlord Resources | Help with Mortgage and Other Financial Assistance

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Are you, or someone you know, a landlord needing help with mortgage payments or other financial obligations? You’re not alone!  As the nation grapples with a pandemic induced recession, the trickle-down effect of the financial burdens renters face and the federal eviction ban on the rental market has cascaded into a scramble for landlords to […]
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How Landlords Should Address Fall Maintenance During COVID

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - There’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has thrown every “normal” plan for a loop this year, and even seasonal fall maintenance is no exception. Landlords and property managers must balance social distancing regulations and restrictions with maintaining rental units and addressing maintenance requests from residents.  You may be wondering how to conduct your seasonal […]
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What is an Expat or Expatriate? Living Life Abroad

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - The feeling of living abroad comes with nuances. The people you meet, the food you eat, the culture you dive headfirst into, and the biggest thing that comes out of it would be the experiences you have living life overseas. ... Read More

FSKAX vs VTSAX: Which One is The Best?

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - In the battle over which index reigns supreme, two index funds fight over which is better, FSKAX vs VTSAX. Both FSKAX vs VTSAX are total market index funds with a broad range of stocks that bring about a low expense ... Read More

8 Key Factors to Consider When Renting to Elderly Tenants

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - If you own rental properties or you are a real estate manager targeting the elderly, you need to be careful when it comes to furnishing or managing senior housing. For the elderly renters the requirements may be complex. Research from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies indicates that there has been a major increase […]
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Rentec Direct Product Development Update: Made Live in August 2019

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com -   Property management can be so rewarding, but it certainly has its fair share of bumps along the way. At Rentec Direct, we strive to provide software to genuinely make your day a little smoother, which is why we are always tweaking and updating to add value to your software. Everything is designed to make […]
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