By Daniel Defendi Looking after your tenants is key to a successful property investment strategy. If tenants don't feel safe, they're more likely to consider moving, which could cost you considerable time and money when it comes to covering rental losses. Securing your property not only keeps existing tenants happy, but will also be an attractive selling point for...
By Brentnie Daggett Without the cold of winter or the wet of spring and fall, the summer months might seem like the time when property maintenance tasks are at a minimum; however, in some cases, summertime brings with it more chores for property managers and tenants themselves. In larger complexes, landlords will need to ensure that all outdoor community features...
Devoid of marketshare or size, brokers have extensive operations to oversee—an obligation often streamlined through structured teams. As demonstrated in the recent RISMedia webinar, "Leveraging the Power of Teams"—moderated by Verl Workman of Workman Success Systems—there are benefits to embracing teams, including the departmental groups that keep revenue...
By Rob Stephens Being in the vacation rental business since 2000, I've interacted with thousands of property owners and managers. Many of our larger customers started by managing their own rental property. After finding success there, these owners often begin their expansion by helping a family member manage their property, or by purchasing a second or third property....
It can be difficult to decide what to update and remodel if you're thinking of selling. While kitchens and bathrooms have typically been prioritized for their return on investment, the style in which you revamp your home can have a huge effect on its salability. One factor you may not have considered can have more of an impact than you think, and that's paint color. Related:...
Angel Piontek, associate broker and vice president of Marketing at Coldwell Banker Elite, got her start after college as an advertising professional in New York City. It's this foundation that's led her to utilize technology and design to better serve her clients in any way possible. Related: Smart Home Trends to Look for This Year Her knowledge of technology has...
Attorney Alexis Hart McDowell has been active in the real estate industry as an investor for over 13 years. With clients in New York, California and her home state of Illinois, she's provided guidance to many looking to dip their toe in real estate. As the owner of Enterprise Esquire, McDowell works on multi-million dollar commercial projects, handles residential...
By Joy Bender What better way to invest your money than snatching up your dream vacation home? If you think you're ready to purchase a second home, don't rush into it. Read this guide to ensure it's one of the best decisions you'll ever make in your life. Related: Top 10 Second Home Locations Buying a second home is one of those treasured rites of passage, like getting...
From startup to success as a leader in the market
Name: Keith Dunham
Title: COO, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate HomeCity
Years in Real Estate: 12
Number of offices: 10
Number of agents: 320
You have quietly been building a business in Texas and we know online leads are a big part of it. What has been happening over the last...
Robert Lyszczarz Robert Lyszczarz, owner of nine-office RE/MAX Select, is expanding into Florida after rapid growth in Northern New Jersey. In the following interview, we asked him his viewpoint on knowing ahead of time how many leads he would have before starting a new office. Robert, you took a position on using online consumer inquiries to expand your business—how...
