Resources for Landlords and Real Estate Investors

By Rentals America - Monday, May 11, 2020

Long Term Rental or Vacation Rental – Which is Better?

Trying to decide on whether to rent out your property as a long-term rental or vacation rental? Here’s a quick tale to illustrate the two options…Jack and Emma were colleagues and worked out at the same gym. When Emma decided to invest in real estate in the fall of 2...

By Rentals America - Wednesday, April 22, 2020

March 2020 Rental Market Update

Check out recent rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for March 2020...Closed Rental Units: 1,783 (0.056% decrease year over year)Median Lease Rate: $1,600 (7.02% increase year over year)Average Lease Rate: $1,759 (7.32% increase year over year)Average Days on Ma...

By Rentals America - Monday, April 20, 2020

Overcoming Adversity

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” – Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing as a toddler, yet ...

By Rentals America - Monday, April 13, 2020

Surviving and Thriving While We Stay at Home

The first week of stay-at-home, it was an unexpected vacation; but now it’s a real challenge. Before crazy sets in, try being creative. There are a lot of options to make this a time that you look back and smile at the memories. It might even be the catalyst that sparks lon...

By Rentals America - Monday, April 6, 2020

Connecting with Tenants Amid COVID-19

Yes, life can be downright scary these days, but don’t let the pandemic turn into pandemonium. Staying calm and informed, using common sense, and remaining connected to others despite social distancing will make a difference. Here are some tips to help you accomplish just t...

By Rentals America - Monday, March 30, 2020

Time Management

Investing in home rentals has proven to be a well-chosen source of passive income. With that rent check, however, also comes responsibilities. Add them to a schedule already filled with your day job, civic commitments, and time with family and friends, and life can get hectic. Le...

By Rentals America - Monday, March 23, 2020

Making Your Rental – Your Home

Renting a home, townhouse, or condo has many appealing aspects. Renters get to save on upkeep and recurring expenses, taxes, insurance, and maintenance. They have less responsibility, greater flexibility, and aren't as impacted by fluctuating real estate as property owners.&n...

By Rentals America - Thursday, March 19, 2020

February 2020 Rental Market Update

Check out recent rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for February 2020...Closed Rental Units: 1,750 (1.98% increase year over year)Median Lease Rate: $1,550 (3.68% increase year over year)Average Lease Rate: $1,717 (4.89% increase year over year)A...

By Rentals America - Monday, March 16, 2020

Spring Check-Up

Spring in Phoenix – where the weather is great, swimming, golf, and hiking are high on the list, and baseball comes out swinging – not to mention blooming cacti and wildflowers. Life is more than playing, however, and as a rental property owner, it’s time to che...

By Rentals America - Monday, February 24, 2020

Budgeting to Thrive in Your Rental Property Investments

Setting a budget can be challenging. If you’ve invested in rental properties, it’s a critical component for turning a profit. The key is to have a solid understanding of all potential expenses – the expected and the little surprises; the major and the minor ones...