Deni Supplee has worked in real estate for over 30 years, and she’s done it all.
She started as a landlord, then a property manager with portfolios in the hundreds of units. Then Deni got her Realtor’s license in Pennsylvania to work on the transaction side of the business.
And that says nothing of her real estate investment portfolio, first as an active investor with rental properties and later as a passive investor with fractional ownership.
Deni combined her love for real estate, education, and technology when she and Brian launched SparkRental in 2016. They taught many a real estate investing class together, and kept getting the same question: “Can I just invest in projects with you?” After saying “No” countless times, Deni and Brian finally decided to explore what that would look like.
Thus SparkRental’s Co-Investing Club was born, where members all vet deals together. And even more importantly, share investment costs together to keep minimum investments low. We all get to invest small amounts in large projects like apartment complexes, mobile home parks, retail properties, and self-storage facilities.
In Deni’s off time, her happiest moments are the simple ones she spends with her family of five children and 14 grandchildren. Deni and her husband recently discovered the fun of RVing, and love hitting the road together. Deni also is an avid blogger for real estate and Christian topics, and has founded a Christian blog and community with over 1000 loyal members, currently in its ninth year.
The Big Picture on How To Handle Bad Tenants: Identifying excuse-makers, nitpickers, and slobs early through thorough tenant screening, including credit and eviction history, as well as observing their behavior and current living conditions. Maintain professionalism...
The Big Picture On State And Federal Rental Application Laws: Landlords must avoid discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. Federal law requires landlords to accommodate service and emotional support...
The Big Picture On Credit References: Utilizing credit references is crucial for landlords in distinguishing responsible tenants from potential problem renters. Landlords are advised to rigorously verify the authenticity of the credit references provided. This...
The Big Picture On The Eviction Process: Despite running a tight ship, landlords will eventually have to deal with eviction. Documentation is crucial when enacting the eviction process, as it helps the landlord's case in the long run. Landlords should always stay on...
The Big Picture On How Much To Charge For Rental Application Fees For Each State: Different states have different laws regarding rental application fee limits. Some states do not have limits, while others, like New York and California, have stated limits and other...
In case you weren’t aware, rental fraud is rampant in the housing market. You might be surprised to know that over 60% of renters in the U.S. encounter frauds like fake landlords. In 2022 alone, the FBI reported estimated losses of $396 million due to real estate...
There are no federal, state, or local regulations that prevent the owner of a rental property from selling it while renters live on the premises. However, it can present some challenges. Sellers should plan carefully before listing tenant-occupied properties on the...
Heard tales of guaranteed rent payments for landlords who rent to Section 8 tenants? Deposited by the government, and paying higher-than-market rents? If these stories perked up your ears, you’re not alone. Section 8 landlords can collect rents reliably, with fewer...
Years ago, I had a tenant who violated a zoning ordinance. Local laws prohibited placing barbecue grills on the rental property patios or porches. Mind you, this was not about use; it was about storage on the outside of the residential property. Well, guess who...
Wyoming has the smallest population in the Union, and the home of the Yellowstone National Park. Wyoming offers landlord-friendly rental laws. At a Glance: Late Fees: Wyoming has no stated limits placed on a late charge. Security Deposit: There is no stipulated...
Every month our Co-Investing Club gets together to vet a passive real estate deal. Our target: 10-12% returns on debt investments, 15%+ returns on equity investments.
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