Resources for Landlords and Real Estate Investors

By Rentals America - Monday, July 13, 2020

Do's and Don'ts for Landlords - Part 2

You and your tenant: In Part I, we shared do’s and don’ts for investing in a rental property. In today’s blog, we talk about what happens after you sign the dotted line, and the rental game begins.Do’sRemember, this is a business relationship. You are...

By Rentals America - Monday, July 6, 2020

Do's and Don'ts for Landlords - Part 1

Before you invest:Stepping into the rental property market can be a great opportunity. These do’s and don’ts will help you know if it’s the right opportunity for you.Do’sStudy the market – and yourself. Take time to answer the following questions. We...

By Rentals America - Thursday, July 2, 2020

Celebrating July 4th Safely

“We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it.” – William Faulkner As you and your family and friends celebrate our nation’s 244th birthday, pause to give thanks for a country that still stands 244 years after our fou...

By Rentals America - Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Our Partnership with CarbonFund.org

We're pleased to announce that we've recently partnered with CarbonFund.org.We believe that we all have a responsibility to care for the world we live in. While business activity can contribute negativity to the environment, we feel that businesses can also make posi...

By Rentals America - Wednesday, June 17, 2020

May 2020 Rental Market Update

Check out recent rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for May 2020...Closed Rental Units: 2,034 (15.37% increase year over year)Median Lease Rate: $1,600 (3.23% increase year over year)Average Lease Rate: $1,764 (3.34% increase year over year)Average Days on Mark...

By Rentals America - Monday, June 8, 2020

Creating Curb Appeal

Attracting and retaining reliable renters in your rental property can be a challenge. Many landlords put a lot of thought into layout, flooring, the right colors, lighting, and the list continues. While these are essential, it is equally vital to take time for landscaping, or in ...

By Rentals America - Monday, June 1, 2020

Choosing the Rental Price for Your Property

You’ve invested in a rental property, and you’re looking for a worthwhile ROI. You want a rental price that will attract potential tenants, but also ensure you’re getting a fair rate and return on your investement. So, how do you find that sweet spot?Start with ...

By Rentals America - Friday, May 22, 2020

Making Memorial Day Memorable

Memorial Day – which is often referred to as the kick-off weekend for summer, has a much richer meaning than family fun. May 1868: General John Logan, decreed May 30 as a national day of commemoration for Americans killed in the civil war.May 1890: By this year, every ...

By Rentals America - Thursday, May 21, 2020

April 2020 Rental Market Update

Check out recent rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for April 2020...Closed Rental Units: 1,618 (2.08% increase year over year)Median Lease Rate: $1,600 (6.67% increase year over year)Average Lease Rate: $1,751 (2.94% increase year over year)Average Days on Mar...

By Rentals America - Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Should I Switch My Vacation Rental to Long-Term Rental?

The 2020 Pandemic is leaving a big footprint on short term vacation rentals. Not only are open weeks remaining open, but booked weeks also have been canceled. Thanks to some extenuating circumstance guidelines, many cancellations have been penalty-free for the renter. Unfort...