by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Aug 20, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture on Earning Extra Money from Your Rentals: Leasing furnished or semi-furnished properties allows landlords to charge higher rents and justify larger security deposits. Offering services such as housekeeping, landscaping, or pool maintenance can generate...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jul 17, 2024 | Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Common Landlord Repairs: Landlord repairs can save you a lot of money—if you can do them properly. Most common repairs include re-caulking, fixing leaky pipes and faucets, patching drywalls, and painting. It’s important to ensure your and your...
by Yvonne Reilly | Last updated Jul 8, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture on Investing in Rental Properties: New investors often underestimate non-mortgage expenses such as maintenance, property taxes, and vacancies, which can significantly impact rental cash flow. Conducting extensive research on the property’s...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jul 27, 2024 | Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture on Improving Tenant Retention and ROI: Compare your rental units to competitors in terms of pricing and amenities. Conduct market research and exit interviews to understand why tenants leave and what improvements could encourage them to stay. Keep a...
by Guest Author | Last updated Jul 27, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Home Renovations With The Best ROI: Improvements like garage door replacements, manufactured stone veneer, and new front doors offer high returns on investment due to their significant impact on a property’s first impression. Minor kitchen...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jul 9, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Personal Finance, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On How To Increase Property Value: Boost the property’s exterior with landscaping, a fresh coat of paint, or new fixtures to make a strong first impression. Modernize the kitchen and bathrooms with new hardware, countertops, and fixtures. This...