Sat.Mar 16, 2024 - Fri.Mar 22, 2024

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Simplify Lawn Maintenance for Your Rental Property

Real Property Management Chicago

A lush green lawn can be crucial in enhancing the curb appeal of your rental property. Yet, maintaining a traditional lawn can pose difficulties for owners of single-family rental properties. Tenants being responsible for lawn care can lead to inconsistent maintenance due to varying levels of knowledge and motivation. Lawn maintenance can be both time-consuming and expensive when handled personally or through professional landscapers.

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How a Squatter in Oregon “Stole” a Property, and the Rising Tide of Disputes Ending Badly for Landlords

BiggerPockets

“I always thought stealing was wrong,” real estate investor and developer George McCleary remarks at the end of a viral video posted on social media last month, “But turns out, if you steal a […]

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Is Real Estate Investing Your Next Career Move?

Real Property Management California Coast

Embarking on real estate investing as an aspiring property manager or real estate expert can be an exciting opportunity. Nonetheless, before taking the plunge, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons to determine if this career path aligns with your goals and lifestyle. In this post, we’ll explore the intricacies of a real estate investing career, aiding you in confidently navigating the decision-making process.

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Together We Shine: Celebrating Authority Property Management's Triumph at the Legends & Leaders Gala

Authority Property Management

Join us in celebrating Authority Property Management's triumphant win at the Legends & Leaders Gala, where we were honored as the 'Best Business' of 2023 by the Redding Chamber of Commerce, showcasing the power of community, resilience, and dedication. As the stars shone down on Redding, the evening of March 8th turned into a memorable celebration of leadership, excellence, and community spirit at the 45th Annual Legends & Leaders Awards Gala.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

MRI Software

As trees burst into green and frost is replaced by dew, spring brings the promise of a fresh start. For landlords and property managers, this season is the perfect opportunity for essential property maintenance tasks. After the winter months, taking proactive steps to inspect and repair your properties can prevent major issues and ensure they are ready for the warmer months ahead.

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Home Prices Are Falling in These 10 Markets—Are They Ripe for Investing?

BiggerPockets

Falling prices haven't been common in today's market. With higher mortgage rates and low inventory, many investors have waited on the sidelines. Is now the time to plunge back in?

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Unlocking Millionaire Status Through Real Estate Investment

Real Property Management Enterprises

If you’ve ever thought about reaching a net worth of seven figures—or maybe just daydreamed about such financial success—you might be interested in the path to reach it. The truth might surprise you! Almost 90% of all millionaires have accumulated their fortunes through investments in real estate. There are few investment avenues that offer the stability and growth potential that real estate does, especially single-family rental properties.

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Quick Hits | March Numbers to Watch

Colliers

At Colliers, we understand the importance of interconnected data, macroeconomic trends, and anecdotes in real estate decisions. With that in mind, here are 10 numbers and trends that have recently caught our attention:  Trepp reported that office loans sent to special servicing experienced a value loss exceeding 50%.

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The Rise of “15-Minute Cities,” and if Investors Should Cash In

BiggerPockets

Paris officially implemented the "15-minute city" as an urban planning concept, and now city planners across the world are debating the merits of switching to this model. What is a 15-minute city, and is it something you should invest in?

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Sustainable real estate investment: A guide to building a greener portfolio

MRI Software

Investing in sustainable real estate is not just a passing trend! It’s a strategic move that can have some great long-term benefits. To help you navigate your sustainable investment journey, this guide will cover: What is a sustainable real estate investment? The benefits of green real estate investing. Challenges of sustainable real estate investments.

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What Does the Spring Budget Mean for the Short Let Industry?

SevenStays

When it comes to short let property management, don’t settle. Maximise your ROI and grow your Airbnb with the help of SevenStays’ team of experts. Call us now.

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An Early Look into 2024 Industrial Capital Markets – Insights from Colliers Industrial Capital Markets Experts

Colliers

In 2024, our industrial capital markets experts anticipate an ever-evolving real estate landscape. They foresee an active market shaped by strategic factors like interest rate fluctuations, market dynamics, and a diverse range of investable assets. Explore their insights into capital evaluation, investor sentiment, and regional market trends across the Southeast, West, Midwest, and Northeast regions.

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The Silent War on Landlords That No One Is Talking About

BiggerPockets

It’s no secret that legislation regarding tenant screening is becoming more and more restrictive.

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How to Get More Bookings on Airbnb: 15 Tips

Mashvisor

How much money you make from Airbnb depends mostly on how many bookings you get on the platform.

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Buying in a Historic District Can Be a Gold Mine—But Here’s Why You Should Be Careful

BiggerPockets

A recent CNBC survey based on cost per square foot revealed that the United States’ most expensive real estate market is San Francisco’s South of Market, which contains historic Victorian buildings surrounded […]

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Breaking: NAR Settles for $418M, Buying and Selling Homes Could Change Forever

BiggerPockets

A bombshell NAR settlement could bring wide-sweeping changes to the housing market.

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The Federal Reserve Leaves Rates Untouched as Pressure Mounts on Inflation

BiggerPockets

With inflation hovering slightly north of 3%, the Federal Reserve’s meeting this week and its decision to leave interest rates where they are were seen by many as inevitable.

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Breaking: NAR Settles for $418M, Buying and Selling Homes Could Change Forever w/The New York Times’ Debra Kamin

BiggerPockets

A bombshell NAR settlement could bring wide-sweeping changes to the housing market.

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What the NAR Settlement Means for Real Estate Investors, According to Sources in the Industry

BiggerPockets

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreed to a settlement last week that will eliminate its rules on sales commissions.

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Flip/Off: Whose House Flip Can Pull In the Biggest Return? (Dainard vs. Washington)

BiggerPockets

James Dainard, a house flipper in Seattle, Washington, has been on a flipping spree for the past two decades.

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The “Red Flags” of Investment Fraud from a Former $3.8M Ponzi Scheme Manager

BiggerPockets

Please be advised: this podcast episode contains discussions about sensitive topics, including suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners.

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New Home Sales Are Up: Is the Real Estate Market Thawing Out?

BiggerPockets

Existing home sales have been steadily declining, reaching the lowest levels in 30 years in 2023, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

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Do You Know Your FIRE Number? Here’s What That Means

BiggerPockets

Determining your FIRE number is the gateway to retiring early and living life on your terms. It's not necessarily easy to achieve your income goals, but it becomes possible once you set your sights on it.

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Comedian Richard Lewis Ensured His Home Was Protected After His Death—Here’s How You Can Do the Same

BiggerPockets

Curb Your Enthusiasm comedian and veteran stand-up act Richard Lewis, who recently passed away, didn’t just have a sharp wit; he had some sharp financial moves regarding real estate, too.

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New Listings “Normalize,” Inflation Ticks Up, and Airbnb Bans Indoor Cameras

BiggerPockets

The Fed isn’t happy, but what’s new? After inflation numbers were released last week, showing higher-than-expected consumer price growth, our rate cut dreams could be slowly dwindling.

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Making $7K/Month in PURE Cash Flow with Only 3 Rental Properties

BiggerPockets

Many people buy rental properties for the cash flow, but today’s guest took it to another level—dropping out of college to go all-in on real estate investing.

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Your Business Partners Determine Your Outcome—Here’s How to Find and Keep the Good Ones

BiggerPockets

For many investors, partnering is the best or worst part of their real estate experience. Too many things can go wrong, so here's what you need to know about finding and keeping the right partners.

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Crucial Contractor Tips to Avoid Renovation Disaster

BiggerPockets

A bad contractor could not only ruin your home renovation but cost you tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars. Don’t believe us?

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Rookie Reply: “Managing” Your Property Manager & How to Invest While in Debt

BiggerPockets

A property manager can alleviate the burden of screening tenants, collecting rents, and maintaining your property.

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How to Use Real Estate to Quit the 9-5 Grind

BiggerPockets

Ready to escape the rat race and leave your nine-to-five behind? You’re tired of the early mornings, late nights, alarm clocks, and commuting.

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Creating Their Own Demand By Ditching the “Cookie-Cutter Flips”

BiggerPockets

Fix and flips have looked a lot alike for the past few years. You see the same countertops, wall colors, appliances, and flooring in almost every new flip.

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The REAL Cost of Bad Tenants and “Cheap” Contractors (Mistakes to Avoid!)

BiggerPockets

Want a successful, cash-flowing rental property? Make sure you don’t overlook the tenant screening process or hire the “cheap” contractor.

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Unemployment Inches Up, Inflation Returns, & Serious News for Student Loans

BiggerPockets

Has the job market finally flipped? Throughout most of the pandemic, it seemed that any and every worker was a hot commodity.

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Seeing Greene: Can I Escape the Rat Race with Just $70K?

BiggerPockets

Want to escape the rat race? To do so, you’ll need some serious investments.

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Hospitality Brand Performance Comparison Report | Q4 2023

Colliers

U.S. Hospitality operating performance indicators provided mixed signals in Q4 2023 on a year-on-year basis. The Average Daily Rate (ADR) and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) experienced marginal growth of 2.9% and 1.3% respectively. Meanwhile, quarterly occupancy rates fell 160 basis points when compared to the same period a year prior.

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Macro Trends Shaping the Future of CRE Part 5: Deglobalization Opportunities & Obstacles

Colliers

This series has explored the macro shifts underway in the global economic landscape, with a particular focus on the resurgence of manufacturing and the evolving dynamics in commercial real estate.