Best Places to Invest in Houston, Texas

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, November 9, 2021

If you're looking to buy a home or work in real estate or REIT and are looking for places to invest, then look no further than Houston, Texas. This city boasts some of the best valued real estate in the country, so it's no surprise that the Houston real estate market is s...

Finding the Right Fit: How to Screen Tenants

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, October 26, 2021

The eviction process is long, stressful, and costly, making it every landlord’s worst nightmare. But, you can avoid problematic tenants in your Houston rental altogether. Keep reading for our tips on how to screen tenants and find the right fit for you. Make Your Expec...

Property Management: How to Oversee a Security Deposit Refund

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Are you excited to rent out your property? Is the prospect of your real estate working for you exciting? Well, as interesting as this venture can be, it's important to familiarize yourself with the territory. With the federal eviction moratorium ending, renting out prope...

How to Choose the Right Location for Your Houston Investment Property

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Looking to break into real estate investment or expand your investment property inventory to the Houston area? Now is a great time to do so! According to Zillow, Houston's home values have risen 12.5% in the past year.Rising home values mean you as an investor are likely to r...

Five Ways to Make Your Houston Rental Property More Profitable

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Investing in the Houston property rental market has long been considered a great choice. It outperformed the stock market many times in recent years, and many investors appreciate owning a physical asset.Thinking about the bottom line, how can you make your Houston rental propert...

A Landlord's Guide to Rent Collection

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Rent collection can be the best and worst part of being a landlord. No matter how wonderful your tenants, at any point, they can become part of the 21 percent of renters who get behind on rent payment.Getting rent on time is important because you have to cover expenses, like util...

A Guide to Property Management for Beginners

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Did you know Houston is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.? With growth comes opportunities, which means a boon for property managers and property management companies. If you are interested in real estate investing, managing your own property, or becoming a prope...

3 Insider Tips on How to Become a Successful Real Estate Investor

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, June 29, 2021

You're bound and determined to make 2021 the year you began to truly build wealth. And you're dead set on making that happen by becoming a real estate investor. Smart thinking. Research shows that the demand for rentals will be strong term. And over the long haul, th...

Should You Allow Pets in a Rental Property?: The Pros and Cons to Consider

By Michael Mengden Tuesday, June 15, 2021

It's no secret Americans love their furry friends; over 80 million of us have a pet. If you have a rental property, however, is it a good idea to let renters bring their pets with them?Allowing pets in a rental property might seem like a cut and dry decision. If you feel stro...

Property Maintenance and Repairs - Determining Responsibility

By Michael Mengden Thursday, February 25, 2021

Maintaining a property is important to the investment and normally the property ownerís responsibility. However, there are times when the tenant could be responsible and sometimes that can be difficult to determine. Habitability is Essential Even if landlord and ...