Archive for October 2017
How to add value to your multi-family buildings
There’s no doubt that multi-family buildings are an excellent investment. Why? The answer is simple: more doors! More doors means more rent from one investment compared to owning multiple single family homes to get a similar return on investment. If you own multi-family rental properties and are searching for ways to add value to your…
Read MoreShould you hire a property manager to manage your rental? The answer is yes
Are you thinking about hiring a property manager? Many owner struggle with self managing their rentals versus hiring a property manager due to cost but the truth is if you really want to grow your portfolio of rental properties you should seriously consider hiring a property manager especially for these reasons. Save Time Instead of…
Read More5 tips for buying a profitable rental property
Are you just getting started with buying rental properties and are wondering what are the key things that make a rental profitable? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this article we will answer this important question and provide you with valuable property management tips. Tip 1 – Rent What are comparable properties…
Read MoreHVAC Maintenance – Why you don’t want to let it become a problem
It doesn’t matter if you own a single family home, townhome, condo or multi-family rental property in the Central Valley, your rental will most likely have an HVAC unit and if you let HVAC Maintenance slip you could be facing an expensive repair bill. Don’t Neglect HVAC Maintenance Sadly, most property owners will only think…
Read MoreHow to get your multi-family rental ready for Halloween
Halloween is almost here and it’s a time of year that many people look forward to because they love to dress up and decorate their properties. If you own a multi-family rental property you can get your rental ready for Halloween by following these tips: Decorate Your Property One of the easiest and most overlooked…
Read MoreHow to update the kitchen in your rental even on a budget
Planning on updating the kitchen in your rental property but you’re on a budget and have to do everything yourself? The good news is that it’s easier than you think to update a small kitchen yourself. Watch this video to learn more. Get Property Management Here Ready to stop managing your rentals yourself? Get professional…
Read MoreWhat Is An A Rated Tenant? How Do You Find One?
Ask any owner and they will tell you that one of the “keys to success” with owning rental properties is to find an A Rated Tenant because this means that you will have a tenant who takes care of your rental property, as they would their own home and they will also pay their rent…
Read MoreShould you allow cigarette smoking in your rental property?
One of the most important questions that every owner must ask themselves sooner, rather than later, is if they should allow cigarette smoking in their rental property. The Effects of Long Term Smoking On a Home Besides being a serious fire hazard every time a smoker lights up, the reality is that long term smoking…
Read MoreTips for Investing in Income Property
By RPM Central Valley Are you planning on investing in your first income property? If so, you’re not alone. Investing in an income property is a fantastic idea because it gives you the ability to build wealth while creating a source of cash flow that you can use for your retirement. Tips for Investing in…
Read MoreWater Conservation – Is It Still Important in The Central Valley?
Before winter 2016, California was in a drought that lasted for 6 years but once last winter ended the entire state had officially caught back up to pre-drought levels so the big question many people have is if water conservation is still important. The answer to this question is yes. Water conservation should be something…
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