Websites come in many forms. Some are pretty basic, while others house pages upon pages of valuable information. Having a great HOA website can be a real asset for your board and the community. It's not uncommon for board members to become... (Read More)

When you have multi-family units to manage, you can quickly become inundated with work. There are several things you need to navigate and expenses to be aware of. Here are a few things to consider: Set ground rules One of the first things you... (Read More)

There are a lot of perks of owning real estate. It's a great investment. Plus, it provides passive income. Your time is valuable and a passive income allows you to make money without investing hours upon hours. You can literally be making money in... (Read More)

We all know that volunteerism and HOAs go hand-in-hand. Who would sit on the board or manage all of the events without wonderful volunteers? Volunteers help the association run smoothly. They're valued assets. That's why when it comes time to... (Read More)

Do you shower in the morning or at night? Do you enjoy midnight movies or early-morning breakfasts? Do you prefer 70-degree nights or something cooler? Those are great questions to ask your traveling companions before spending your first night in... (Read More)

Staying on track with diet and exercise while traveling is a difficult task, especially if you easily fall prey to temptation. It's often easier and cheaper to grab fast food or a quick slice of pizza, especially when options are limited in airports... (Read More)

Are you struggling with high turnover or low occupancy in your rental units? Your strategy (or lack thereof) may be to blame. Your marketing should be active, not passive. Hint: a basic "for rent" sign won't do. Following are effective and creative... (Read More)

While you may be a landlord because you're motivated by the income opportunity, you can't approach the tenant relationship as such. The relational aspect of renting a property can't be overstated. You need to treat it as more than a business... (Read More)

Searching for the right tenant is a process. You need to start the search with an excellent and accurate listing. It should have clear, high-quality imagery. It should include the amenities and specifics of the property. The right rental price... (Read More)

Effective communication is key to establishing a healthy tenant-landlord relationship. Misunderstandings often happen in our personal and professional lives. When things aren't clearly spelled out, they're left up to interpretation, which can result... (Read More)