Tax Statements and 1099s: Everything You Need to Know
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Federal taxes may seem like a longtime feature of American life, but the practice of mandating taxes has only been around since 1909. One common filing involves tax Statements and 1099s.If you are an independent landlord filing this year, you may have 1099-related questions....
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Top Tenant Screening Myths That Landlords Should Know
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Any city with large universities is going to have a large percentage of renters. That's why Bryan/College Station is a great place to own rental property.As a landlord, you are likely to see a lot of applicants but not all of them are going to be up to your standards. To avoi...
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Top Mistakes That Accidental Landlords Make
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Every day over 2600 new renters sign leases, so renting out your space if you aren't using it is a great way to earn an extra bit of money. While being a landlord doesn't sound like the hardest job, if you're an accidental landlord, there are many mistakes and pitfall...
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Top Property Management Myths That You Should Avoid
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The value of residential property has been trending upward for over a decade. In 2020, the National Association of Realtors reported that, by certain metrics, the average American home will be worth $382,000 by 2030. This makes investing in residential real estate a smart be...
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4 Mistakes That Property Managers Should Avoid
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Owning your own home is considered a big part of the American Dream. Yet a large share of the U.S. population, over 100 million Americans, live in rental properties out of preference or necessity.For city dwellers, apartments are often the only practical option short of heading t...
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As a Landlord: What Should You Charge as Your Security Deposits?
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Did you know that there are more than 11 million landlords in the United States alone? As a landlord, it is your responsibility to determine how much you should charge for security deposits. But what is a security deposit exactly and how should you know if you're charging too...
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Six Quick Tips for the Budding Real Estate Investor
By Kathy Scott Tuesday, September 13, 2022
In the United States, 90% of millionaires are real estate investors. Why is that?Savvy, successful entrepreneurs choose real estate investing strategies for a reason, and evidence shows it could be quite lucrative.For a new real estate investor, however, you may not be aware of a...
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3 Reasons Why Tenant Screening is Important for Texas Landlords
By Kathy Scott Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Oh no. Your rental property has been sitting empty for some time and starting to weigh on you. As a landlord, a vacant unit can cause some stress and might lead you to skip tenant screening.While this may fill your vacant property quickly, you should always screen any potential t...
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Curb Appeal Upgrade Before You Sell
By Kathy Scott Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Real estate agents sometimes receive calls from homeowners asking for advice on what they should do to prepare their house to go on the market. They may have settled for living a "less than optimal" circumstance for years, and are now going to spend money to make it nic...
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3 Things Texas Landlords Need To Know About Security Deposits
By Kathy Scott Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Texas landlords already know that "Texas cities are in great demand for renting." But unfortunately, while this might seem like a recession-proof investment, your tenants still have to pay. That's where security deposits enter this real estate deal. Texas landl...
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