Why Rental Agreements Beat Handshakes
While I like the idea of confirming an agreement with a handshake rather than a contract, I’ve seen a few too many handshakes turn into…
Tag: Property management
Who Pays for What: Renters v. Landlords?
Before I jump into the topic of who pays for what on a rental property, let me say that contracts trump all. If you sign…
Being a Good Renter
The real estate market continues to evolve into a seller’s market. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers outnumber sellers. However, if you would…
Environmental Assessments – Part 2
Last week, I introduced Environmental Site Assessments and the cost to address any issues found (called remediation): Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3. I…
The Pros and Cons of Using a Property Management Company
Hey, I had the opportunity to give away another one of my Schat’s Bakery gift cards with this column, since it was in response to…