by Margaret Lapinsky | Jun 9, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Security deposit deductions cannot include general wear and tear items. Those repairs and replacements are an Orlando landlord’s responsibility. You cannot charge a tenant for new paint, for example, just because there are tiny nail holes in a wall or scuff marks from...
by Margaret Lapinsky | May 26, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Excited about investing in real estate, but a little stressed too? That’s normal. Real estate investments come with a lot of benefits. You’re earning consistent cash every month, you’re watching your asset increase in value while tenants pay down your mortgage, and...
by Margaret Lapinsky | May 12, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Smart landlords are always looking for ways to make their lives easier. You’re juggling tenants, maintenance requests, showings, and screenings. Why not automate everything you possibly can, leaving yourself with more time to do what really matters? Adopting these...
by Margaret Lapinsky | Apr 28, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
The move-in process includes a lot of details and perfect timing. As the property owner, you want to make sure your home is ready for your new tenants. That will require you to have all the work and cleaning done before move-in day. The locks should be changed and the...
by Margaret Lapinsky | Apr 14, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
The laws surrounding fair housing and discrimination are always changing. In recent years, many of the discrimination claims have been around service and support animals. This is still an area of the law that not a lot of landlords are familiar with, and that can get...
by Margaret Lapinsky | Mar 31, 2023 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
When you’re investing in Orlando real estate or rental properties in Tampa, Kissimmee, or anywhere in central Florida, you need to know how to determine whether a potential acquisition is a good investment. It’s hard to remember, but the best way to do this is to...
