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The 411: How Landlords Can Effectively Manage The Welfare Of Their Properties

Written by Posted On Monday, 09 January 2017 12:57

Investing in real estate provides property owners with incredible benefits to profit from everything from value appreciation and debt reduction through paid rental payments to monthly income from rental payments and more. With how lucrative a real estate investment could be, you understandably want to take every step possible to promote optimal welfare of your property. By following a few important tips, you can effectively manage the welfare of your investment.


Choose Tenants Wisely

One of the most important steps property owners can take is to choose tenants with care. It is common for a landlord to verify a potential tenant’s credit rating and source of income, but you can go a step above and beyond this. For example, you can also contact previous landlords to verify that the tenant paid rent on time and that they did not damage the property. If pets will be on the property, you may even have a requirement that you personally meet the pets before approving the lease application.


Establish Effective Property Rules

It is unwise to establish so many property rules that your tenants feel uncomfortable living in the space. After all, you do want good tenants to feel at home so that they sign a lease renewal at the end of the term. However, it is reasonable to establish some property rules up-front. For example, you may establish a rule about noise after a certain hour to discourage tenants from throwing huge parties on the premises. 


Maintain a Comprehensive Property Insurance Policy

Accidents can and do happen from time to time, and a comprehensive property insurance policy will provide you with the financial means to quickly repair the property after a mishap. For example, if you have a sewage backup issue, the cleanup and repair process could cost you thousands of dollars or more. If you have a great property insurance policy, you may only need to pay the insurance deductible. 


Hire a Property Management Company

As you can see, it can take a considerable amount of time, effort and planning to protect the value of your asset over the years. A smart idea is to hire a property management company, such as J & N Realty Inc. or others. The efforts of a skilled property manager can be used to ensure quality tenants are in place, to keep the property well-maintained and to collect rents on time as scheduled. 

Real estate investing can be highly lucrative, but it can also be stressful and time-consuming. These tips can help you to make the best decisions possible for the care and upkeep of your investment. 

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