As a Grand Rapids landlord, we’re pretty sure you already understand the importance of maintaining your rental property. With proper maintenance protocols in place, you’re preserving the condition of your asset so that you can continue renting it out for years to...
Are you developing and nurturing positive and professional relationships with your tenants? We hope so. Happy tenants lead to happy rental property owners, and good tenant relationships are critical to your investment success. With a good relationship in place, you...
How safe is your Grand Rapids rental property? You want to make sure tenants are safe and secure when they’re living in your home. You’ll want to make sure that everything locks, it’s easy to see who is outside, and all the safety features are in place, such as smoke...
When you’re renting out a Grand Rapids property, you can leverage technology to optimize the rental process.
Grand Rapids rental property owners are required and expected to provide a number of appliances in their properties before they list them on the market. At the very least, you should provide a refrigerator and a stove with an oven. You might also want to include a...
You’ve put together your investment goals, you’ve studied the market, and you’re ready to find something in your budget that will help you earn high rents and long-term ROI. There’s a lot of effort that goes into finding the right Grand Rapids investment property that...
Maybe you’ve always wanted to be a real estate investor, but you never felt like the time was right. How can you set yourself up for success? We have seen a lot of new investors succeed because they’re prepared, knowledgeable and willing to ask for help. We’ve also...
After a tenant has moved out of your Grand Rapids rental property, you’ll find yourself inspecting the home to gain an understanding of what work needs to be done before it’s ready to rent again. You’re also inspecting for property damage which might impact the...
When the exterior of your Grand Rapids rental property is attractive and inviting, it will be more desirable to high quality tenants. The right landscaping can keep your rental values high and ensure a brief vacancy period. Good tenants will be eager to rent a home...
Pets do not have any legal rights when it comes to rental housing, and neither do pet owners. You can decide whether or not you want to make your Grand Rapids rental property pet-friendly or not. Many owners recognize the value of allowing pets. It’s easier and...