Author: The Property Guys

Should You Hire A Property Management Company in ?

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Some people go into multi-family investments thinking it will be a breeze. After dealing with collections, maintenance, complaints, and repairs they will soon realize, being a landlord is a lot of work! At what point should you hire a property management company? It is a decision many landlords face. Do the benefits outweigh the cost? … Continued

Best Apps for Landlords to Use in | The Property Guys

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Managing rental properties can be a lot of work! Once you have more than one, it can be tough to keep track of everything. Thankfully, technology is making owning rental properties easier than ever. There are many different types of software out there designed to help you keep it all together. In our latest post, we’ve … Continued

Using A Lease Option To Sell Your House in

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The exit strategy you use to sell your house can make all the difference in earning the highest possible returns on your real estate investment. An extremely lucrative alternative to selling your house outright, lease options offer a way for you to earn a higher return on the sale. At the end of the agreement, … Continued

Handling Rental Deposits in – Deductions and Returns

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Owning a rental property can be a great way to earn additional income. However, you’ll need to abide by the book in order to avoid conflicts and keep the peace. As a landlord, you will need to collect and handle rental deposits when tenants come or go. It can be an area of contention when tenants … Continued

How to Manage Tenant Conflict in

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If you own a rental property, you’ll need to know how to handle and resolve tenant conflicts. You will experience both conflicts with tenants directly, and also have to mediate between tenants if you own a multi-family property. Tension and fighting between neighbors will be stressful for all parties. It pays to be proactive in resolving … Continued

The State of the Market for Buyers in

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Is it still a buyer’s market today in ? As experts in the real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in First off, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family homes in great … Continued

How to Find a Good Real Estate Agent in

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Hiring a real estate agent in can be frustrating. So what are the steps on how to find a good real estate agent in ? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the Yellow Pages, or … Continued

What is a Pre-Foreclosure in ?

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With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in anyway? Many homeowners across America and are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will issue a … Continued

How to Avoid Foreclosure in

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While the housing market is rebounding, many people in ] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued

How to Sell Your House to an Investor in

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Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued

Selling Your Home During a Divorce in

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If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in Virginia… we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. With over 50% of American marriages ending in divorce, many Virginia residents are looking or advice for selling a home during a divorce. A home … Continued

How to Stay in My Home After Foreclosure in

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A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

Who are the cash house buyers in ?

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You’ve seen the “we buy houses in ” and “cash for houses” signs all around town when you’re driving around… even in other cities across Virginia… so who are these cash house buyers in ?  Are they legit? How does it work?  Who should I trust? We’ll dive into these questions here in this article… … Continued