Rental Owner-Investor Tips, News, & Guides

It’s no secret that investing in rental property can be a lucrative investment opportunity and an even better source of passive income. With more people…

Apartments.Com Offers a Free and Powerful Property Management Software Apartments.Com has recently acquired Cozy, a game-changing property management software that is geared specifically for ‘Do-It-Yourself’…

Before we get into the nitty gritty details of what it costs to own a rental property in today’s market, let’s first define “property management”….

Listing your home sounds simple enough and private landlords often come in with innocent intentions when describing their rental listing. But did you know there…

People move to Raleigh, North Carolina, for different reasons. For instance, some individuals relocate to NC’s capital city for work, while others do so to…

Living in the suburbs comes with a lot of responsibility. Lawn maintenance and distance to work and play become tedious. If you want to be…

If all of your tenants always pay their rent in full and on time, then count yourself lucky – for now – because it’s not…

​[In 2019, 44 million householders were renting their home] When vacancy rates are low, the demand for tenants can be high. One way to ensure…

Tenants, have you found the perfect apartment? Do you need to move like yesterday and this is the place? Here are some tips on what…

Successful landlords are always looking for ways to increase their profit margin. Are you maximizing the income potential from your property? Are you charging late…

​In a previous article, we discussed tenant eviction laws for North Carolina. If the tenant drags their feet and every step of the eviction must…

​During the Great Recession, investors scooped up cheap single family homes by the dozens and converted them into rental properties. Home values have appreciated significantly…

Landlord / Tenant Handbook, & Law HOW TO USE THIS HANDBOOK – You can also print a handy pdf version here This handbook is provided…

HOW TO USE THIS HANDBOOK – You can also print a handy pdf version here This handbook is provided by the state of North Carolina,…

The last couple of years have been anything but routine, and this is especially true in the real estate industry. The recent Covid-19 pandemic changed…

Our property management company was forged in the housing crisis of 2008-2010.  During that time we saw an incredible shakeup in the rental market.  Initially,…

Our company has extensive experience managing literally thousands of homes over the years for many different homeowners.  It’s not practical for us to deviate too…

A True Story of a Suffered Home with Cheap Rental Repairs.

Communication:  Top-notch communication seems pretty rare these days. As most businesses face labor shortages, long wait times and impersonalized answers are the new norm leaving…

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If you’ve recently found yourself with a much higher home maintenance or renovation bill, don’t be shocked, it’s happening across the board. Obvious factors like…

How do I get started?  – 2 Simple Steps to Change Management Companies That’s it! Switch property managers with Victory Property Management is just that…

Leading High-Tech Property Management Company Expands to the NC Triad Region Featuring 3D Tours & Contactless Showings; Triad Rental Owners Have a Modern Option With…

New Hanover County will be raking in money at the expense of cash-strapped landlords when the new year rolls around and there doesn’t seem to…

Top 5 Questions Soon-To-Be Landlords Always Ask So, you have a vacant property that you’d like to use as a rental home but you don’t…

Winter can be a hazardous season. Fires, floods, slips, and spills are more likely than in other seasons of the year. As a tenant, you…

Is This A Rental Scam? According to Forbes, in 2018 5.2 million people have lost money to rental scams  43.1% of American Renters have fallen…

Why You Shouldn’t Partner with Us – Our company has extensive experience managing literally thousands of homes over the years for many different homeowners.  It’s…

Let’s talk about flooding.  Lost in all the news of 2021 is the unprecedented hurricane season that’s unfolded.  As this is written we’re dealing with…

Matterport 3D Virtual Touring/ Contactless Viewing More so than ever, 3D-Virtual Touring and contactless viewing have become an important tool for property management companies and…

Off-campus housing is a high-demand item for many students. This can create a very lucrative investment opportunity for landlords looking to capitalize on this income…

As we approach the end of the year and the holiday season, it’s more important than ever to get your rental home on the market….

Since 2006, Victory Property Management has strived to outperform not only the competition but ourselves. Over these last almost 20 years, to say we’ve seen…

Decorating or making a space yours doesn’t have to break the bank. Tired rental homes can finally be brought into this century all without causing…

Renting a place is a first step before owning a home; however, you have to follow the contract that you and your landlord have agreed…

Being a landlord can be a rewarding and lucrative gig. Sure, it can be a lot of work, but getting your mortgage at least partially…

There comes a point when you just want to make this rented house or apartment into your home. The problem is that it isn’t your…

Life changes. It can throw you a curveball that nearly takes us off our feet- especially with the ever-changing world we live in. Perhaps you…

Property owners, did you know that there are slow times of the year in the rental market? Rental properties can suffer from similar factors that…

​More and more single-family homes are being marketed with a home warranty policy. This is the seller’s way of trying to convince the buyer that…

You have bought your rental property for the income stream and perhaps even in hope of future appreciation. While you may plan to own the…

During these trying times, Victory wants to ensure to all of our tenants, prospects, owners, vendors, readers, and more that we are here and thriving….

These days, it’s not enough to have money in the bank. Prudence dictates that you should have other assets and investment instruments, too, in order…

So you know that you don’t have enough money to pay your rent this month. Now what? What are your options if you cannot pay…

Looking for a landlord or new home? How often do you think about the interviewing process when looking for a landlord? Probably not very often,…

With its tall skyscrapers and expanding population, Charlotte is one of the most modern cities in the union. However, Charlotte boasts a history stretching back…

If you’re renting an apartment, condo, or home, your rental deposit—the upfront money your landlord keeps in reserve to cover any damages—is a strong incentive…

You may have seen stories across news outlets claiming residents are fleeing the concrete jungle for greener pastures in the suburbs. You may also have…

As your rental enters a new decade, now might be the right time to start making some upgrades and investing in the long-term value of…

Rental Market Update [Covid-19] The Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 threw the whole world into a tailspin, shutting down entire countries, shuttering businesses, and sending scores…

Just like your home, a rental property requires upkeep and outgoing expenses like mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, utilities, and regular maintenance. In our post, ‘Is…

Are you a homeowner or existing landlord who’s wondering which type of flooring is the best flooring for a rental home? The flooring decision for…

NO LONGER ACCEPTING RENTERS In a shocking turn, the HOA voted In October of 2021 not to allow rentals in the community displacing nearly 200…

Time is money. The more time your rental property sits vacant, the less money you will make. That is why we here at Victory Real…

“Remodel it and they will pay.” This myth sprung from watching too many television shows showing dramatic makeovers and jaw dropping profits. While a fix-and-flip…

“Is it listed on the MLS?” A question we receive regularly “We actually get very few leads off of the MLS listings and the last…

Download a pdf version here… ​“Construction costs increased 30% again this year. A fact that is both astounding and unbelievable to developers. While recent tariffs…

​Anatomy of a real estate rental investment in Raleigh NC MoveZen purchases a large residential rental house in Downtown Raleigh NC. Join us from start…

There is a common misconception that if you want to get rich then you need to buy a house. Well, we are going to show…