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Alabama Landlord Insurance (What It Covers + Best Providers)

Landlords can’t plan for every challenging moment while renting out property. But just like you protect your car and your health with...

Blog

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New York Landlord Insurance (What It Covers + Best Providers)

Insurance is one of those things that you never want to use, but you’re always happy to have it when you need...

Blog

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DoorLoop vs. RentRedi: A Software Comparison for Landlords

In today’s rental market, landlords and renters need efficient, user-friendly property management software solutions. DoorLoop and RentRedi are among the platforms landlords...

Blog

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Leasing Agent vs. Property Manager: Roles and Differences

The real estate industry is vast and complex, and numerous people in different roles contribute to its success. Leasing agents and property...

Blog

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Avail Review: A Complete Guide for Landlords

Avail is one of many property management software tools that streamline property management. Price is usually a factor when searching for property...

Glossary

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What is a Percentage Lease?

A percentage lease is a commercial lease agreement where the tenant pays a base rent plus a percentage of their gross sales...

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What Happens When Rent is Sent to Collections?

This blog explains the process and impact of sending unpaid rent to collections, detailing steps for landlords and tenants’ rights.

Blog

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Landlord Studio Review: An In-Depth Look for Landlords

This blog offers an in-depth review of Landlord Studio, exploring its features, user experience, and pricing, to help landlords make an informed...

Blog

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Stessa vs. DoorLoop: A Software Comparison for Landlords

This blog compares Stessa and DoorLoop, helping landlords evaluate their features, pricing, and user reviews to choose the best property management software.

Blog

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How to Pay Rent with Cash: A Guide for Tenants

This blog guides tenants on paying rent with cash, covering pros and cons, safety tips, and alternatives for secure and documented transactions.

State Law

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North Dakota Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's North Dakota lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law

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Pennsylvania Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Pennsylvania lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Glossary

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What is a Real Estate Investment?

Master real estate with our definition guide, starting with an in-depth look at real estate investment from a landlord's perspective.

Glossary

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What is Commercial Property Management?

Discover commercial property management: tenant acquisition, leases, maintenance, and unique challenges vs. residential.

Glossary

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What is an Apartment?

Discover Apartments: From Multifamily Properties to Ownership Pros and Cons - Learn all about what apartments mean.

Glossary

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What are Amenities?

Explore Amenities in Property Management: Learn how these desirable features enhance the appeal of homes, apartments, and communities.

Blog

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Digital Marketing Ideas & Tips for Landlords: Leveraging Technology for Optimal Results

Harness technology with digital marketing tips for landlords, including landlord software, rental listing optimization, and multi-platform strategy.

Glossary

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What is a Brownstone?

A mortgage in which a homebuyer makes low payments throughout the loan period but pays a lump sum at the end of...

Glossary

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What is a Balloon Mortgage?

A mortgage in which a homebuyer makes low payments throughout the loan period but pays a lump sum at the end of...

Glossary

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What is Asset Management?

The process of identifying, acquiring, and maintaining assets to maximize their value to an organization.

Glossary

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What is Appraised Value?

The amount a real estate appraiser estimates your home is worth when it comes time to sell it.

Glossary

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What is an Appraisal?

A professional opinion on the monetary value of real estate, normally conducted by a licensed appraiser independent of both the lender and...

Glossary

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What is Amortization?

The systematic repayment of a debt or other financial obligation, often paid in installments.

Glossary

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What is a Credit Score?

A three-digit number between 300 and 850 that communicates a consumer’s creditworthiness based on their credit history.

Glossary

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What is a Slumlord?

Slang for an unscrupulous landlord who is more concerned about their profits than their tenants or neighborhood.

Glossary

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What is a Guarantor?

Someone who agrees to be on a lease and guarantees to pay a tenant’s rent in the event that the tenant defaults...

Glossary

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What is an Investment Property?

Real estate purchased to generate income through rental income or appreciation.

Glossary

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What is a Landlord? Definition, Rights & Responsibilities

The owner of a house, apartment, condominium, or other real estate which is rented or leased to a tenant.

Glossary

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What is Landlord Insurance?

A type of insurance policy that protects property owners who rent out their property.

Glossary

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What is a Virtual Assistant?

An independent contractor who handles the administrative tasks for a client or business, usually from a remote location.

Glossary

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What is Workforce Housing?

Affordable housing for households earning between 60-120% of their area’s median income.

Glossary

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What is a 1031 Exchange?

A real estate investment tool that allows taxpayers to defer capital gains taxes by swapping one investment for another, as defined under...

Glossary

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What is Affordable Housing?

Housing on which the occupant pays no more than 30% of their gross income for housing costs, including utilities.

Glossary

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What is a Single-Family Home?

A freestanding residence that shares no common walls with any other structure.

Glossary

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What is a Credit Check?

A summary of a consumer’s existing and past credit, payment habits, and types of loans taken out that are used to...

Glossary

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What is a Squatter? Definition, Examples & Laws

Someone who starts living on a property they don’t own without permission.

Glossary

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What is a Therapy Animal?

A creature who is registered by an animal-assisted intervention organization to benefit people in need.

Glossary

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What is a Triplex?

A property comprising three individual units in one building, and each unit typically shares at least one common wall.

Glossary

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Utilities | Definition, Examples & FAQ | Landlord Glossary

The essential daily services that a person needs in order to have a working, functional living space.

Glossary

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What is a Vacation Rental?

An investment property rented out for short periods of time, typically less than one month.

Glossary

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What is the BRRRR Method?

A real estate investment strategy hinged on using cash or short-term financing to buy a distressed property or a property under foreclosure....

Glossary

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What is Cash-on-Cash Return?

A metric used to determine how profitable a real estate investment will be, calculated by taking the total amount of cash generated...

Glossary

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What is a C Corporation (C Corp)?

A legal structure for a business in which the owners, or shareholders, are taxed independently from the corporation.

Glossary

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What is a Companion Animal?

A domestic creature that provides companionship to a human but has no special protections under federal law.

Glossary

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What is a Co-Signer? Definition, Info & When to Require

Understanding the role of a cosigner in rental agreements enhances the security of your investment. Learn more about cosigners here!

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