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Townhouse vs. Apartment: Which Is Right For You?

Bay Property Management Group

Although townhouses are physically connected to each other, each section of the house, from top to bottom floor, is a single-family home. Townhouses can be owner-occupied or rented out to tenants. Defining an Apartment An apartment is a part of a multi-family building that you can rent out.

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How to Maximize Rental Income Without Raising Rent

Bay Property Management Group

Although increasing rent may seem like the simplest way to solve the problem, you risk losing your tenants. This article discusses doable tactics that will help you save vacancies, maintain satisfied tenants, and maximize rental income. That said, you can add instant charm by swapping out boring cabinet knobs for fashionable ones.

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Four Types of Real Estate Investments You Need to Know

Real Property Management Chicago

By definition, residential real estate is purchased and occupied as a dwelling by owners or tenants. Within this broad category of real estate, there are quite a lot of different kinds of residential properties: townhomes, duplexes, multi-family buildings, single-family residences, and more.

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Essential Safety Features for Gardena Rental Properties

Real Property Management Choice

Keeping your Gardena investment property and the tenants who live there safe has to be an important priority for landlords and real estate investors. Safety really requires a partnership between owners and tenants and owners and their vendors. We can also tell you that tenant errors can lead to safety risks too.

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Are Your Tenants Entitled to Relocation Payments?

Real Property Management California Coast

Charging an average rent of $1,418 for a one bedroom or studio apartment, owners of multi-family buildings are facing penalties for alleged price gouging. More displaced tenants and fewer places to live. The relocation payment would help tenants compete with hordes seeking housing. The result?

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HVAC Preventative Maintenance for Single-Family Rental Properties

Lula

.” Managing single-family rental (SFR) properties comes with unique challenges, particularly when it comes to balancing tenant satisfaction with property maintenance. In single-family rentals, HVAC issues can be a leading cause of tenant dissatisfaction and result in costly, unexpected repairs for property managers.

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Railroad-Style Apartments: Make the Most of This Fun and Funky Space

Apartment Guide

High ceilings and vintage details: Older buildings often boast architectural charm, including high ceilings, decorative moldings, and large windows. Historic building origins: Often found in tenement-style, walk-up , and multi-family buildings.