Read time: 3 minutes If you own a rental property in Colorado Springs—or are thinking about investing in one—there’s never been a better time to double down. While national headlines might paint a picture of uncertainty, the local rental market tells a different story. Colorado Springs continues to show strong fundamentals, and savvy landlords are […]
Property Management
What are 6 differences between buying a rental property and buying a primary residence?
Investing in real estate is a big step for many people, and you should never underestimate the importance of purchasing your first rental property. It is one of the biggest financial investments you can make. There may be no difference between buying a single-family rental (SFR) and buying a personal residence for yourself. After all, […]
A Fair Housing Challenge – Marijuana Use
Federal and state laws, which relate to marijuana use in rental housing, present property managers with a fair housing challenge. The increasing diversity of state regulations on marijuana use presents an ongoing challenge for property management companies. As a result of these differences between state and federal laws, property managers have a difficult task of […]
Do rental properties differ from primary residences when it comes to buying?
Whether you’re new to real estate investment or a seasoned pro with rental properties, you probably have plenty of questions. A first home purchase is an enormous step and is one of the best financial decisions you can make. There are several things you need to consider when purchasing a single-family rental (SFR). In spite […]
The secondary market continues to grow in rent rates
Despite the construction of new apartments in pandemic boomtowns, Yardi Matrix’s Multifamily Research Bulletin reports strong rent growth in many midsize markets in the Midwest, Northeast and South. A large influx of supply is causing stagnant or falling rents in markets that saw explosive growth over the pandemic. Almost all of the 20 markets with […]
Rental properties and tax breaks
Investing in stocks and bonds is subject to additional taxes over and above the simple income tax. Owning rental properties can, however, provide landlords with some generous tax benefits. Even though rental income tax benefits aren’t enough to encourage you to buy rental properties, they’re still worth considering if you’re looking for investment opportunities and […]