by Michael Bates DC | May 17, 2020 | Michael Bates DC, Real Estate Management
Contrary to popular belief, things can and will go wrong as a property owner. There are just too many variables at play for things not to go wrong. And one of the unfortunate truths is that far too many investors go into a situation with no emergency fund. An...
by Michael Bates DC | Apr 17, 2020 | Michael Bates DC, Real Estate Management
There is far more to being a landlord than simply owning a property and collecting a paycheck. While that is certainly a nice part of it, being a good landlord requires far more. Unfortunately, there are far too many landlords that don’t care enough to do a good job....
by Michael Bates DC | Mar 20, 2020 | Michael Bates DC
As a landlord, it goes without saying that the primary goal is to fill those rental properties that you own with tenants. If you can find quality tenants that stay long term, that’s even better. That just minimizes the things that you have to worry about when it comes...
by Michael Bates DC | Feb 21, 2020 | Michael Bates DC
Any business evolves over time. That is the simplest way to put it. But certain levels of demand come with each industry. One thing that has changed substantially over time is how vacation rental owners appeal to guests. For that property to be successful, it needs a...
by Michael Bates DC | Jan 17, 2020 | Michael Bates DC
Let’s face the facts: acquiring an investment property can be exhilarating. It’s a new property offering a brand new adventure and opportunity. Anyone not excited by propositions like these would have to check their pulse. But the fact of the matter is that not all...
