In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, state governments throughout the country have enacted emergency measures imposing moratoria on evictions. The following is a summary of emergency orders and proclamations issued in Washington and Oregon affecting evictions and lease terminations. As you can see, Oregon took a more restrictive and definitive approach related to a …

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As a real estate investor, you have 2 options for managing your properties. One option is to be a DIY landlord, and the other option is to hire a professional property manager. If you’re asking yourself “should I hire a property management company, or should I self-manage?”, there is no right or wrong answer. However, …

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You may have seen the Netflix hit “Tidying Up” with Marie Kondo. Her decluttering and organizing methods have inspired the world. We’re sharing some of her greatest tips below.   If you’re getting ready to move, this advice can really help with your packing process as well.   Tackle categories instead of rooms. Organizing room-by-room …

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We’re all feeling it. As the stay-at-home weeks drag on, we’re anxious to get back to life as we knew it before Coronavirus. We’re ready to have a meal in a restaurant with friends and family, go to a concert, go shopping, go to church, and so on. You might be dealing with extra stress, …

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Whether you’re moving down the street, or across the country, moving with your pet (or multiple pets) can be stressful. Below are some guidelines to make the process smoother for your furry friends. BEFORE THE MOVE Make sure your pets have collars and ID tags that list your current cell phone number. It’s also recommended …

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Moving is not easy at any time; but especially during a pandemic. Some people might be able to delay moving plans, but if you can’t, you may be very concerned about how to do it while taking the necessary safety precautions. Moving during the coronavirus can be trickier but below are 6 tips to make …

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Tax time is approaching quickly. Here’s a brief introduction to what property investors need to know about types of taxes on rental real property. What Tax Form Do I Use to Report Rental Income? Rental income is reported on your tax return using Form 1040, Schedule E. You’ll list your rental income, expenses, and depreciation. …

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We all know that investing in rental real estate is one the best things you can do for your portfolio. But, as you may have already experienced, it is a large time commitment and requires a lot of knowledge and effort. Whether you are thinking about becoming a landlord for the first time, or the …

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RENTALS FOR ACTIVE ADULTS AGES 55+ The oldest retirement (or senior living) community in the United States — ironically named Youngtown — is in Arizona. It’s older now than many of the folks who first took up residence there back in the late 1950s. Funny thing, though: It’s no longer an exclusive retirement community; the …

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What are the responsibilities of a property management company? Why might property owners and real estate investors choose to hire a property management company? In a previous blog post, we went into some detail regarding what a property management company does. You can find that post here. For this blog post, we thought we’d delve …

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