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The standard make-ready process for houses for rent in Georgia has three main components: the resident moving out, making the vacated unit ready for rent, and leasing to a different resident. All the components are important and if they aren’t done well, you may get into trouble. The speed of all three processes influences your bottom line and capital planning. Keep reading to learn what you need to know about maximizing the impact of your make-ready process. What Is the Make-Ready Process? The make-ready process is basically meant to prepare …

Landscaping is a major indicator of how long an A or B list property stays on the market. If your rental property looks shabby in comparison with the surrounding properties, a rental prospect will likely go to the house around the corner. But you don’t have to spend a fortune to make your property look great. There are landscaping tricks that allow you to put out an initial outlay, but will keep the property looking great for years. Properties go on the market all year round. But winter rentals look drab and dreary. Make sure your landscaping …

If you're wondering "if" you should hire a property manager, the answer is yes! Local and international investors benefit from the experience of a professional property management company when building a real estate investment portfolio. However, not all property managers are the same or deliver the same quality of services. Choosing the right property management company requires careful research, knowing what you need, and understanding how they will maximize your income. If you've never looked for a professional to manage your rentals, where…

When you choose to invest in the Metro Atlanta area, you want to get the most out of your real estate investments. Successful real estate investors know that building a portfolio is easier—and more profitable—with the right professional property management services. However, having confidence that you chose the right Metro Atlanta property manager isn't always straightforward. How can you know if you made the right choice? Choosing the right investment properties from overseas is stressful enough! Long-distance investors shouldn't also worry th…

Every landlord needs a tenant screening process—but should you do it yourself or leave it to the professionals at a company that delivers the best property management Atlanta, GA offers? Outsourcing tenant screening, in theory, should be a no-brainer. After all, it gives property owners back some free time while improving the quality of their renters. However, there are many factors owners need to consider before they decide if outsourcing is right for them. In this blog post, we'll explore some questions you should ask yourself before you outs…