Blog Post Are Home Warranties Worth the Cost?
By Rentals America - Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Are Home Warranties Worth the Cost?

Home warranties promise to protect rental property owners from unexpected repair expenses. But are they actually worth the cost?In our experience at Rentals America, home warranties generally aren’t a good investment for rental property owners. While they can occasionally s...
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Blog Post Should Landlords Allow Pets? A Guide for Phoenix Rental Property Owners
By Rentals America - Thursday, October 1, 2026

Should Landlords Allow Pets? A Guide for Phoenix Rental Property Owners

Should you allow pets in your rental property? It’s a common question among landlords concerned about property damage, liability, and additional wear and tear.At Rentals America, we generally recommend allowing pets—with reasonable restrictions. Based on our experienc...
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Blog Post What Higher Interest Rates Mean for Phoenix Rental Property Owners
By Luc Marceau - Friday, September 25, 2026

What Higher Interest Rates Mean for Phoenix Rental Property Owners

Higher interest rates have changed the economics of owning and buying rental property in Phoenix.For investors buying today, higher borrowing costs make it harder for properties to generate attractive cash flow. For existing owners, however, higher rates can actually make an olde...
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Blog Post Lower the Rent or Offer a Move-In Special?
By Luc Marceau - Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Lower the Rent or Offer a Move-In Special?

Move-in specials have become common across the Phoenix rental market. In July 2026, 61.3% of Phoenix metro rental listings on Zillow advertised a concession—nearly two out of every three. That figure includes different types of rental housing, not just single-family homes, ...
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Blog Post Rental Market Update – August 2026
By Rentals America - Monday, September 21, 2026

Rental Market Update – August 2026

Phoenix rents remained relatively stable in August, continuing the pattern we've seen through much of the year.According to the Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), the typical rent across the Phoenix metro was $1,722 in August 2026, with seasonally adjusted rents up 0.1% from ...
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Blog Post Corporate Leases in Arizona: What Landlords Should Know
By Luc Marceau - Thursday, September 17, 2026

Corporate Leases in Arizona: What Landlords Should Know

A company wants to rent your property. It appears financially strong, may be willing to pay a premium, and could potentially provide a reliable source of rent. Should you accept the corporate lease?The answer is not automatically yes or no. At Rentals America, we consider corpora...
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Blog Post The Accidental Landlord's Guide to Renting a Phoenix Home
By Luc Marceau - Thursday, September 10, 2026

The Accidental Landlord's Guide to Renting a Phoenix Home

Becoming a landlord isn't always part of the plan.Maybe you're relocating, moving into another home, inheriting a property, or trying to sell your Phoenix home but aren't comfortable with the offers you're receiving. Instead of selling, you begin considering anoth...
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