by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Aug 26, 2024 | Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Picture On Why Landlords Require Renters Insurance: Renters insurance protects both tenants and landlords from various risks and liabilities. Landlords should require renters insurance as standard practice in lease agreements. Typical renter insurance coverage...
by Christopher Murray | Last updated Aug 26, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On 4-Point Inspections in Real Estate: A 4-point inspection reviews a property’s key systems—HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roof—to identify major issues, helping buyers and insurers assess the property’s condition. Often required by...
by Emma Dudley | Last updated Aug 26, 2024 | Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Whether Landlords Can Break a Lease Agreement or Not: In most states, landlords must provide 30-90 days’ notice before terminating a lease at the end of its term. Landlords generally cannot break a fixed-term lease mid-term without cause, but...
by Yvonne Reilly | Last updated Aug 26, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Real Estate Investment Negotiation: Building personal connections with sellers and addressing their non-financial needs can give you an edge in real estate negotiations. Cash offers often win over higher financed bids in hot markets due to their...
by Yvonne Reilly | Last updated Aug 20, 2024 | Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On The Best Property Management Software: Automate your rental property tasks like rent collection, tenant screening, and maintenance requests with software customized to your needs. Find management software options for landlords of all sizes,...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Aug 19, 2024 | Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On How To Screen Tenants Effectively: Always collect and review rental applications, looking for red flags in housing history, job stability, and occupancy plans. Run thorough tenant screening reports, including credit checks, criminal background...