With things changing rapidly in the rental housing industry, you may have missed the recent statement put out by HUD. The notice, titled HUD Statement on Fair Housing and COVID-19, has several key takeaways that are important to note. Fair Housing Laws Still Stand The first important takeaway is that fair housing requirements, as well as… Read more »
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What You Need to Know About Early Prison Releases and Home Confinement
With continued concerns regarding COVID-19 outbreaks, some state and federal prisons have granted vulnerable inmates an early release – and many prisons that have not yet made that move are considering it. Recently, the U.S. Attorney General issued an order that allowed inmates who qualified for an early release the option of home confinement. That… Read more »
State and Local Lawmakers Pause Evictions During Covid-19 Outbreaks
In response to Covid-19 outbreaks across the country, many non-essential businesses have shut down in order to slow the spread of the virus. These proactive measures have led to many people being unable to work and in some cases even losing their jobs. Since many people are no longer working, many major U.S. cities have… Read more »
New Year, New Rental Housing Laws
As a landlord, it’s crucial to keep up to date with your state and local rental housing laws to prevent legal issues. Each year brings with it new legislation, and 2019 was no exception. Some of the changes were positive, some negative, and some were downright crazy. While the list of new laws is far… Read more »
Investment Opportunities Arise with the Build-to-Rent Market Explosion
A decade ago, the foreclosure crisis shook the housing market. Investors quickly flooded in, buying millions of distressed homes with the intention of turning them into lucrative rental properties. They transformed what had been a small, family-owned and operated market into an official large-scale formally managed asset class. And it shows no sign of slowing…. Read more »
4 Must-Know Tips for Attracting More Applicants
You’ve got one or more excellent properties that are ready for tenants. Congratulations! Now comes the tough part – finding a variety of applicants that will be a good fit for the home or apartment. If you’ve been having trouble attracting the right number of applicants to give you a well-rounded selection, it may be… Read more »
Should You Rent to Tenants in the Military?
If you live in an area with a high population of military personnel nearby, you may be considering renting out your properties to members of the military. Over half a million active duty members are stationed in Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, California, and Texas at any given time. That means you always have a plentiful… Read more »
Should I Invest in Student Housing?
If you’re considering investing in student housing near a university, there are a lot of things to consider. The appeal is certainly there — property near colleges is easy to fill and almost guaranteed to have full vacancy during the school year, provided it’s priced appropriately. These properties are in highly desirable areas, and if… Read more »
Housing Bubbles and the National Vacancy Rate
As we’re sure you’ve noticed, we’re currently going through a confusing period for housing, the economy, and business in general. Many economists are predicting that housing bubbles will burst in the near future, which means we may see homes lose value. More importantly for renters and landlords, however, is the National Vacancy Rate and what… Read more »