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A rental property can give you passive recurring income and a stable future, or it can be the source of untold misery especially to a new landlord. Many first time owners, end up having nightmarish ordeals with their investments for many reasons. For instance, they may not know how to attract or screen quality renters, how to craft self-serving rental agreements, or even how to keep the occupants satisfied and happy. As a result, such landlords end up with problematic tenants who do not pay rent promptly, are always causing trouble, or damaging…

What You Need To Know When Buying An Orlando Investment Property So you’re looking to buy investment property in Orlando? Real Estate investing is a viable investment strategy which boasts of superior advantages over any other type of investment out there. When the housing market turns around, an Orlando real estate investor can enjoy not only a positive cash flow but also the opportunity to benefit from increased equity in the property. Moreover, you safeguard those gains from both the state and federal income tax. It’s worth noting that for y…

We’ve all heard stories about tenant-landlord disputes, especially of tenants that make it very difficult for landlords to deal with them and evict them, if the need arises. That is why it is extremely important for all landlords to screen tenants, even if they have been recommended by family and friends. The biggest advantage of effective screening is that any warning signs of tenants who could be problematic in the future become apparent at an early stage. Here are some tips on tenant screening to ensure that you get the right tenant: Rental …

Orlando is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US. Being home to Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios, there is no doubt that people from around the globe are fascinated with this city, making it the tourist capital of the U.S. However, most people don’t realize that Orlando is also one of the best places to live. With one of the country’s largest university’s, a diverse population, cultural vibrancy, focus on arts and a thriving sports sector, Orlando is where you might think of moving permanently. Why You Should Cons…

One question many investors looking to buy properties here in Orlando often ask is which neighborhood should they invest. Having managed hundreds of properties in Orlando, I figured it would be a good opportunity to talk to you about five areas – Lake Nona, Kissimmee, Oviedo, Orlando and Winter Park. These are arguably the best areas for property investors to invest their hard-earned dollars. They have large employers nearby, have plenty of amenities, are in solid residential areas, and have newer homes. But why Invest in Orlando? Besides being…