Owning and operating rental property is a time-honored strategy for building generational wealth. But investors need to evaluate rental property opportunities thoroughly to see if they will provide value over time. There are many factors to consider when evaluating a prospective rental property. While it largely comes down to a numbers game, there are other […] The post 7 Tips For How to Evaluate a Rental Real Estate Investment… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

As a property owner, you have probably had your fair share of good and bad tenants. You have started to watch for signs of what the typical “bad” tenant looks like to keep your rental from becoming a revolving door of occupants. Knowing how overwhelming this can be, you have begun taking necessary measures to […] The post 5 Things Every Landlord Should Know About Finding and Keeping Good Tenants… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Successfully managing your own investment properties requires the mindset of a business professional.  With real estate investment still on the rise, it is critical to avoid common mistakes that limit growth. The following blog will list some common mistakes with practical solutions, to help you avoid mistakes if you are going to include real estate […] The post 6 Mistakes That Cost Landlords And Property Managers Time And Profitability… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

There is no better way to set yourself up for a better future than to invest in property and build your real estate portfolio. Once you’ve crossed all the T’s and dotted all your I’s preparing your home to be rented, it is time to shift your focus on managing your property. Soon, you will […] The post 5 Very Important Issues Property Owners Will Need to Handle When Renting Their Houses… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

A single-family home is a standalone property on its own lot. Investing in a single-family home is basically investing in a house or condo to rent to a single tenant. One of the simplest definitions of single-family rental property investing is getting paid for what you own, rather than just paying to own it. If […] The post 4 Key Strategies For Single-Family Rental Investors… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Perhaps one of the most overwhelming things about owning a rental property is worrying about how you are going to handle routine maintenance and repairs that your property is bound to need. If this is your first time renting out your space or you are seeking a tenant for the last vacant unit in a […] The post A Quick Guide To Maintaining Your Rental Property And Issues To Address Prior To Signing A New Lease… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Almost all things in life seem to flow in a cycle– leasing your rental property is no exception. The leasing lifecycle will set the pace for your business as a property investor. This predictable cycle occurs between each of your tenants. How does it work? Below we will discuss the ideal way that the lease […] The post The 4 Stages Of A Lease Lifecycle And How To Complete Each Stage… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Hiring a property manager takes the hassle out of running your rental properties but choosing the wrong property manager could have disastrous results. Hiring a manager for your real estate investment is a personal decision. You are the only one who knows your business needs. Between maintenance repairs, showings, screenings, and rent collection, you may […] The post 5 Advantages And 3 Disadvantages Of Hiring A Property Manager… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Are you ready to be a real estate investor? There are many initial investment tiers that do not break the bank. Real estate is one of the most reliable and proven ways to build wealth. There are a fews ways to get into the game. Purchase a property and watch it appreciate in value then […] The post Do You Want To Be A Landlord? How To Get Started… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more

Home value insurance is a little idea that economists like to throw around which proposes that home owners should have the option to purchase insurance on the value of their home. This would protect the value of your home should, for instance, a few neighbors stop caring for their property, a factory is built nearby, […] The post Would You Pay for Home Value Insurance? Learn More About It… appeared first on RPM Midwest ..read more