Rental Owner-Investor Tips, News, & Guides

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…

​The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 In the wake of last year’s hurricane Matthew, now is a great time for…

The clock is ticking. The deadline is nearing. The push is on… Here at Victory Property Management, Inc, we are working day and night to…

​In a previous blog article, we discussed the benefits of accepting renters that own pets. Today we are going to look into the matter a…

​The long and short of it… Have you considered short-term rentals? This would include vacation rentals, families that have closed on their first house but…

There is a big difference in whether your investment property is rent or sell ready. These are two completely different scenarios, and if you want…

If you want to maximize your Net Operating Income, then you need to maximize your rent. But that also means that you must know where…

If you want to get the best return on your investment, there are a couple of elements that must come together to make it work….

Landlords, do you have rental properties within a college town? Do you often have tenants looking for short-term leases? Is your property manager getting calls…

Every landlord on the planet knows the benefits of requiring a tenant to pay a security deposit when they sign a lease agreement. Though that…

There is something about the human condition that makes us have an almost instinctive need to seek the opinions of others before making a decision…

​​Renting to college students can be very profitable for landlords. There is a high demand for off-campus housing which drives up rents. What is more,…

You have purchased an investment property. This well-built structure is expected to outlive you. It will be a source of income after you retire. It…

View part 1 here, for information on… What is unreasonable behavior from a tenant What to do when you notice serious tenant damage This question…

Renting to college students can be very profitable for landlords. There is a high demand for off-campus housing which drives up rents. What is more,…

Cash flow is king or so the saying goes. When it comes to owning rental properties, a positive cash flow is absolutely essential. When an…

We are happy to announce a new series of articles. From time to time we will feature a neighborhood in our rental market area. It…

If you are looking to move to Raleigh, then no doubt you are interested in learning about the neighborhoods, boroughs, 19and suburbs. This information will…

Leases are not just for tenants. It is a contractual lease agreement between you, the landlord, and the tenant. Just as the tenant has responsibilities,…

​Introduction It is nearly tax time again. Owning a profitable investment property is great unless it is April 15th and Uncle Sam has his hand…

Let’s face it, many renters clearly do not realize just how terrible it is for your future housing prospects to force your manager to evict…

Did you know that when you own a rental property, you are basically in charge of your own small business? And as you know, as…

​One issue that seems to be cloudy for a lot of rental investing landlords is whether it’s useful to include a washer and dryer with…

You may recall last year that we highlighted the extreme financial pressure the average US renter is currently experiencing, and despite what was the hottest…

So, you’ve made the move to rent out your property and trust a great property management company. Most likely, your property will sit vacant for…

​Rental property inspections are a frequent request from homeowners hiring a property manager for the first time. This is very reasonable, but as with most…

​We are passionate about property management. We take it very seriously because we know that you have a lot at stake when you entrust the…

​The Dilemma: It is time to rent out your vacant unit. Your property manager says the market rent is $1,200 per month. You cannot afford…

We want to keep our tenants safe. We also want to keep the building you rent in the best possible condition. Since you are in…

​Often times when one looks to invest in an income property, the concern is whether or not the property will be attractive to the tenant….

​We love technology. Our children are addicted to it. We can hardly function without it. Landlords, if you want to maximize your rental income and…

When we know what is going on in the national and statewide real estate market, we are better equipped to make lucrative investment decisions. It…

​As the weather gets cooler, and indoors cozier, people typically opt to hunker down and hibernate. Optional moves are rarely on their to-do list during…

“Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” – Stephen Covey…

Finding the right contractor is kind of like finding your soul mate. You want your contractor to be great with tenants, excellent at the job,…

Landlords, if you own rental properties in Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Durham, Greenville, Raleigh, Wilmington, or Winston-Salem then you have the opportunity to rent to college…

The past year in single-family rental housing has been an interesting one, to say the least. Things technically haven’t changed much, but it does seem…

Listing a unit in your apartment complex or multi-family real estate investment is only the first step. If you want to locate the best tenants…

In a previous article (you can find here…) we discussed how to use a budget to ensure consistent cash flow while steadily improving real estate…

There are few things that are more damaging to a home than water. Just take a look at the pictures of the aftermath of Hurricane…

Three Insurance Riders You Need to Cover Hurricane Damage Not all insurance policies contain the same coverage. Never assume what is covered and what is…

There comes a time when a real estate investor wants to transition from owning single-family rentals to managing apartment buildings. The question that we need…

Investors spend hours pouring over listings. They put forth great effort analyzing the profit and loss statements to make sure an investment property will create…

​As a rental manager, I have always paid extremely close attention to the rent vs buy ratio.  In fact, a large reason why I chose…

Investors can make a good solid case for buying rental houses or apartments. While both single family residences and multi-family properties can made good investments,…

If you have been a real estate investor for any length of time, you have no doubt heard about placing your real estate investments in…

This is the third article in the “Earn More Rent” series. This week we will discuss how you can increase your monthly cash flow by…