TenantCloud: Property Management Podcast

Prequalify Prospective Tenants to Find Quality Renters Faster S04, E10 Oct 26, 2023

Prequalifying Tenants: The Key to Finding Suitable Renters Quickly:

Join us for a 10-minute podcast that dives deep into the importance of clear and detailed advertisements, using proper prequalifying questions, and maintaining professionalism in the tenant selection process. Discover how these strategies streamline the search for the perfect renter, saving you time and ensuring a hassle-free renting experience. You don't want to miss out on these valuable insights on finding qualified applicants, filtering out unsuitable tenants, and clarifying expectations.

How To Find a Tenant Quickly: Create Transparent Rental Listings S04,E09 Sep 28, 2023

Welcome to the TenantCloud Property Management Podcast, where we dive deep into property management and share valuable insights to help you optimize your rental business.

In this episode, we explore the crucial role of transparency in rental advertisements and how it can significantly impact your success in finding qualified tenants quickly.

Join us as we discuss the importance of clear and precise rental listings to attract the right renters and avoid wasting time with unqualified inquiries. Learn how transparent advertisements set the stage for smoother tenant selection, saving you valuable time and effort.

During the episode, we provide actionable tips and practical strategies to make your rental listings more transparent. We delve into topics such as clearly stating pet policies, including required pet deposits and highlighting smoking restrictions. We'll also emphasize the significance of setting financial requirements and saying lease terms and conditions upfront.

Tune in to this episode, "Create Transparent Rental Listings," to discover how embracing transparency can attract qualified leads, streamline tenant selection, and maximize your rental business's success.

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How To Find a Tenant Quickly: Make Sure The Price is Right S04,E08 Aug 25, 2023

In this podcast, we explore the art of efficient tenant acquisition, focusing on a key factor that can make or break your success: getting the price right.

Join us as we discuss the strategies, insights, and proven techniques that landlords and property owners need to attract quality tenants.

Whether you're a seasoned real estate pro or just dipping your toes into property management, our series on How To Find a Tenant Quickly is the ultimate guide for ensuring a quick and seamless tenant search experience.

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How to Find a Tenant Quickly: Curb Appeal Is a Big Deal S04,E07 Jul 20, 2023

Discover the ultimate guide to securing tenants swiftly with our podcast series "How to Find a Tenant Quickly" with the newest episode in the series titled, "Curb Appeal Is a Big Deal".

Learn about the data, along with some tips and tricks to enhance your property's visual appeal, attract high-quality tenants, and maximize rental income.

Join us as we delve into the significance of curb appeal, simple yet effective improvements, and the art of making a lasting first impression on potential renters. Stream now and learn how to find a tenant quickly!

How To Find a Tenant Quickly: Avoid Rental Application Roadblocks S04,E06 Jun 20, 2023

As a property manager or landlord, it's essential to streamline the rental application process and avoid roadblocks to attract quality tenants efficiently. In this podcast, we will cover some of the tips and ideas to help you avoid rental application roadblocks. By implementing these strategies discussed in this podcast, you can minimize roadblocks in the rental application process, attract suitable tenants, and fill vacancies more efficiently, thereby reducing your overall vacancy rate.

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How to Find a Tenant Quickly: Create a Waitlist S04,E05 May 25, 2023

With a prospective tenant waitlist, you can streamline the leasing process because you already have a pool of potential tenants - some of which may even be pre-screened. This saves time and effort typically spent on advertising, screening applications, and conducting extensive showings, making the leasing process more efficient.

Tune in to episode 5 of our podcast series, "How to Find a Tenant Quickly" as we discuss some of the ways to create a waitlist, how to manage it, and when it might come in handy.

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How To Find a Tenant Quickly: Be Flexible S04,E04 Dec 06, 2022

If you're a landlord looking to fill a rental property quickly, being flexible with your touring hours can help you find the right tenants faster. Many potential tenants have full-time jobs and can’t always make it to a scheduled tour, so offering a more open availability can increase the number of people who can tour your property and make it easier to find the perfect tenant. Being flexible with your touring hours can save you time and money, as well as give you the opportunity to meet more potential renters who may be interested in your property. With a few simple tips, you can learn how to make the most of your touring hours and find the perfect tenant for your rental property.

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How to Find a Tenant Quickly: Work With an Agent S04,E03 Nov 01, 2022

As a rental property manager one of the most important roles you play is marketing your rentals to ensure you consistently have quality tenants renting your property. But doing that requires lots of marketing, follow up with prospective tenants, scheduling and conducting tours, pre-qualifying, screening and moving in.

What if you could simply have someone do all of that, or most of it, for you?

That's where working with a real estate agent (rental locator) comes into play.

But there is an art to working with real estate agents to fill up your rental properties.

Join us in the third episode of our series on "How to Find a Tenant Quickly" as we dive into the strategies of working with an agent to help find quality tenants, faster, and more efficiently.

How to Find a Tenant Quickly: Offer Great Incentives to Encourage Tenant Referrals, S04,E02 Oct 11, 2022

Are you struggling to keep your rental property filled?

Are you attracting a lot of unqualified applicants?

If this feels like you—you aren’t alone. Many real estate agents and landlords struggle with filling their properties simply because they aren't diversifying the number of ways that they get new tenant leads.

Let’s face it: we live in a digital world where everybody and anybody has an influence on someone else. Social media has allowed the average individual to have a greater reach and influence over the decisions that their friends, family, and acquaintances make - even when it comes to housing and rentals.

Incentivizing the people that you already have a landlord/tenant relationship with (to market your rental property for you) can go a long way toward earning you high-quality referrals to your rental property.

Whether you’re new to being a landlord or have been at it for some time, here are some tips on creating a highly effective referral program with great incentives that will boost your overall number of tenant referrals and attract the best tenant(s) to your rental property.

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How to Find a Tenant Quickly: Creating a High Quality Rental Listing, S04,E01 Sep 27, 2022

Are you struggling to keep your rental property filled?

Are you attracting a lot of unqualified applicants?

New tenants don’t seem to be impressed with your current listing, and they leave without giving you a second glance. If this feels like you—you aren’t alone. Many real estate agents and landlords struggle with filling their properties simply because their listing is subpar.

Let’s face it: we live in a digital world where everything from the virtual shopping mall to online dating has become the norm. As such, people have grown accustomed to a certain standard of quality when it comes to technology and images, so when that standard isn’t met by your property listing, potential tenants may shy away from renting from you.

And you might not even realize it.

A great listing can lead to more traffic and better applicants. If your current listing doesn’t get the results you want, take action now. Whether you’re new to being a landlord or have been at it for some time, here are some tips on how to create a high quality rental listing that will boost your business and attract the right type of tenant.

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Increase Your Teams Productivity by 50% With These 6 Time-Tested Team Leadership Tips S03,E13 Oct 13, 2021

Having a productive and motivated team is an important key to success in any business, and especially in real estate. Surveys and studies have shown that employees stick around 4.5x longer than they would otherwise when companies do simple things such as "communicate effectively" (source: bit.ai). In addition, 37% of employees report that "working with a great team" was their primary reason for staying with any given company (source: Gusto).

At a time when companies are struggling to hire and retain talent, it's worth taking a look back at some of the simple, time-tested principles of team leadership and how to build a solid foundation for creating a successful real estate business.

In this podcast, we discuss 6 time-tested team leadership tips to increase your team's productivity by 50% and retain top talent amongst your ranks in the process.

To learn more about TenantCloud's team management tools, email us at sales@tenantcloud.com.

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5 Proven Methods Professionals Follow When Pricing Their Rental Properties S03,E12 Sep 07, 2021

Owning rental properties can be a lucrative business - if you know what you're doing. One of the most stressful aspects of this type of investment is setting the right price for your property. If it's too high, people won't rent it. If it's too low, you could be leaving money on the table. To avoid these costly mistakes, here are some proven methods that seasoned real estate professionals follow when pricing rental properties.

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Leadership for Landlords: An Interview With Anthony Russell S03,E11 Jul 27, 2021

In today's podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Anthony Russell.
His journey started in the US Army where he gained experience as both a follower and a leader.
After the military, he started investing in rental properties, and it was clear to him that the existing landlords that he observed were doing it wrong.
They had the wrong focus, only on profits, and this, in turn, led to a poor experience for the tenants. He has developed a unique, tenant-first approach to Property Leadership.
This has allowed him to not only keep his tenants happy and in healthy environments but has also secured a solid bottom line even in hard economic times.
His new book, Leadership for Landlords, highlights the approach that he has taken to Property Leadership and teaches new landlords his way of land-leading.
Let's listen in as Anthony shares his stories, as well as insights into how his military experience helped develop him as a leader, and ultimately, helped him develop his own style of property leadership.

You can find Anthony's book 'Leadership for Landlords' here: https://leadershipforlandlords.com/

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How to Make Your Rental More Durable and Protect Against Accidental Damages S03,E10 Jul 19, 2021

When you think of rental turnover costs, you probably think of tenant damages and expensive repairs. In reality, most turnover costs are associated with typical wear and tear which landlords spend a significant amount of money and time addressing before moving a new tenant in. This downtime affects your rentals bottom line, and negatively impacts your rental cash flow.

In today's episode, we cover how you can make your rental more durable so that you can protect against accidental damages, as well as normal wear and tear. As a result, you can have less downtime between tenants, and improved cash flow for your rental properties.

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Do Not Collect Rent Payments Online Like This S03,E09 Jun 29, 2021

You have probably used these apps yourself to send money to friends or family members. But you may also be letting your tenants send you rental income as well, without realizing the risks lurking just around the corner. In today's episode, we're going to cover some of the most popular payment apps that people use today and the potential risks that are present if you are using them for online rent collection or any other type of property management transaction.

Want to reduce your risks, automate your rental business, and collect rent with all the power and capabilities of a system designed specifically for landlords so that you can get your time back and do the things you want to do? Visit TenantCloud.com.

Should I Have Pets in My Rentals? S03,E08 May 23, 2021

In many cases, landlords are concerned about excessive wear and tear caused by pets. However, should that be a sticking point for landlords and tenants in preventing them from allowing tenant's to have pets in their rentals? In today's podcast, we'll discuss the pros and cons of allowing pets in your rentals, as well as some surprising statistics about landlords and pets that you have probably never been told.

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5 Proven Methods to Create a Positive First Impression on Tenants S03,E07 Mar 29, 2021

A first impression is a powerful thing. It can make or break any business and since tenant retention is a major part of the game when you own a rental property, so are first impressions with your new tenants. Whether it's tenant welcome gift idea's, or simply making the move-in day a pleasant experience, here are five proven methods that you can use to make a good first impression on your tenants right of the gate.

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What Is an Illegal Eviction? S03,E06 Mar 19, 2021

If you have ever wondered what an illegal eviction is, how it happens, and what consequences may be involved, you're in luck! In today's podcast, we cover a few examples of what illegal evictions might look like, as well as some examples of the consequences that can take place for those who attempt to carry one out.

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5 Unique Ways To Find Good Tenants Even In a Bad Economy S03,E05 Feb 26, 2021

It's no secret that the rental economy has its ups and its downs. All that really matters is whether or not you are able to weather the storms when they come. In this podcast, we discuss five unique ways to find good tenants even in a bad economy. At the end of the day, the goal is to find the best-qualified tenants and retain paying tenants for as long as possible. The better you are at attaining that goal, the healthier your rental portfolio will be in the long run.

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How To Find a Good Contractor and Keep Them Around S03,E04 Jan 22, 2021

As a landlord, managing rentals is hard enough. But then you throw maintenance and renovations into the mix, and things get a lot more complicated, especially when it comes to finding quality contractors.

How can you make sure you have found a reliable contractor who follows through and gets the job done right the first time? And more importantly, how do you make sure that once you've found that perfect contractor, you can keep them around well into the future?

In this podcast we'll address both of those concerns, and more!

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4 Proactive Ways for Landlords to Save Time S03,E03 Jan 13, 2021

Efficiency is a time-saver that unlocks time in your daily routine to do the things you want to do, not just the things you need to do. As a landlord, being proactive in how you handle your rental properties is one of the keys to becoming a master of efficiency.

Here are four proactive ways that you can start to save time and manage your rentals more efficiently.

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How Smaller Operators can Leapfrog the Largest Portfolios in Occupancy, Top-line Revenue and Cashflow Per Unit with Matt Easton from Leasing University Dec 09, 2020

In today's podcast, I sat down with Matt Easton, to talk about How Smaller Operators can Leapfrog the Largest Portfolios in Occupancy, Top-line Revenue, and Cashflow Per Unit.
Matt Easton is the Founder of Leasing University. Leasing University is the #1 Apartment Leasing Training in the World. Leasing University’s On-Demand Platform and Live Events have simplified how the industry leases apartments. Matt’s mission in life is to help give property management professionals more confidence and the skills they need to sign more leases. Matt Easton has personally helped hundreds of apartment communities and individual owners do billions in additional revenue.

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An Interview With Joe Edgar (CEO of TenantCloud): A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your First Million in Real Estate in Six Short Years S03,E01 Nov 10, 2020

In today's podcast, I sat down with Joe Edgar, the CEO of TenantCloud regarding one of his latest pieces on Entrepreneur.com where he wrote, "A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your First Million in Real Estate in Six Short Years".
In this article, he breaks down how even someone with an incredibly busy schedule and real-life, adult responsibilities can still make their first million in just six short years.
And even if six years sounds like a long time, don't despair. As you will hear from Joe, the more open your schedule is and the fewer responsibilities you have, the quicker you can make your first million.

Read Joe Edgar's article on Entrepreneur.com here

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Am I Responsible for the Safety of My Tenants? S02,E28 Sep 11, 2020

There are a lot of things that you must remember to do when managing a rental. As a landlord, you are often responsible for far more than you may think when it comes to your resident's safety and well-being.

In today's podcast, we'll cover the often misunderstood topic of whether or not you are responsible for the safety of your tenants, and if so, how.

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This Is Why Your Tenants Are Leaving and How You Can Stop It S02,E27 Aug 27, 2020

Retaining existing tenants has never been more important than it is right now in 2020. Tenant turnover costs can easily exceed $500 every time a tenant moves out, which is why it's so important to retain existing tenants in your rental property, especially in a rental market where vacancy rates have been consistently on the rise.

We've touched on this subject a few times but in today's podcast, we are going to focus on some actionable items that you can do today to increase your rental income and help ensure that your tenants stick around.

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How to Update Your Rental Property on a Budget S02,E26 Aug 19, 2020

There’s a myth that it would cost hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars for a landlord to upgrade their rental properties. But the truth is, not all high-quality rental renovations are that expensive. Most DIY home renovation projects can be done with minimum financial resources.

In today's podcast, we'll cover a few ways that you can increase the overall appeal of your rental through simple, budget-friendly upgrades that won't break your bank. We all want lower vacancy rates and a higher rental asking prices, and once you update your rental, there's not much else standing in your way.

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Tenants Are Demanding Landlords Provide This Payment Method S02,E25 Aug 11, 2020

Since 75% of landlords are over the age of 45 and at least 50% of leases are signed by people under the age of 30. It's easy to see how there may be a wide range of concerns and differences when it comes to which rental payment options are made available to tenants.

In today's podcast, we'll discuss the payment method that tenants are demanding that landlords provide, and how you could be losing potential tenants by not offering it.

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How to Deal with a Tenant Who Was Approved with a Stolen Identity S02,E24 Jul 30, 2020

As a landlord, every day introduces new experiences and new challenges that we have never encountered before. There are incredibly difficult decisions that often have to be made, and sometimes we're just not quite sure what to do.

In today's podcast, we'll explore a serious issue with a tenant living in your rental that has never applied to live at your property, or was approved using someone else's identity. It is an issue that landlords encounter much more often than you may think, and one day, you may have to deal with it yourself. I'll discuss a few of the scenarios which may play out, including ones that I have personally had to deal with.

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How To Do Make-Readies Quickly In Three Days or Less S02,E23 Jul 23, 2020

Having a tenant move out is rarely a fun or good occurrence, but being a landlord isn't all about fun and games. Tenant's move out and there are expenses involved for both landlords and tenants. The tenant has moving costs and the landlord has make-ready costs.

In this podcast, we'll discuss how many days it should take you to complete make-ready, how to plan ahead, and what it takes to be extremely efficient so that you do not lose rental revenue on an empty unit. Listen in to learn how to complete a make-ready in 3 days or less.

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Three Key Metrics: The Leasing Information You Should Know S02,E22 Jul 16, 2020

To get the information you need to maximize your leasing performance, you need to make sure you’re keeping an eye on the right metrics. It's much more than just calculating your current occupancy rates. We've compiled three other extremely important leasing performance metrics you should be keeping an eye on as part of your leasing process to help you lease faster, more consistently, and to help you gain better control of your vacancy rates months in advance.

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The Proven Marketing Process You Need to Prevent Landlord Nightmares S02,E21 Jul 07, 2020

One mistake as a landlord can cost you thousands of dollars and give you nightmares that rob you of your sleep for quite some time.

So how do you reduce that level of risk?

In today's podcast, we'll cover the proven marketing process you need to prevent landlord nightmares so that you can sleep well at night knowing that you've done everything you can to reduce your level of risk, protect your investment from financial loss and provide a rental property for the best-qualified tenants.

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The Best Way to Advertise Your Rentals Effectively S02,E20 Jul 03, 2020

Property management requires no less effort than any other profitable business. While it might seem like purchasing the actual investment property is the number one step towards all the investment benefits you’ve heard so much about, there is still a range of factors that will decide if you’ll reap the financial rewards.

The key to reducing vacancy rates and minimizing tenant turnover in the coming years is to effectively advertise your vacant units.

To do that and to do it well, you should master the best marketing techniques out there. Here are a few of the most efficient marketing approaches landlords and property owners can take advantage of.

Learn more here: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog

Rental Fraud Is on the Rise and the 3 Ways You May Become a Victim S02,E19 Jun 24, 2020

Before 2020 began, some research had been completed on fraud in the rental industry. And the numbers were shocking. In a report titled, "The state of fraud in the rental housing industry" by TransUnion, they found that 80% of all property managers had been the victims of renter fraud.

And now that the job economy has taken a hit as a direct result of Covid-19, the amount of renter fraud is projected to have increased exponentially.

In today's podcast, we will explore the top 3 methods that fraudsters use in an attempt to get into your rental, and some ideas on how you can stop it before it costs you thousands of dollars in damages.

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COVID-19 Brought Major Changes to Real Estate: These Ones Are Here To Stay S02, E18 Jun 10, 2020

What a lot of landlords and property managers once felt was impossible has now become mandatory and we have all been forced to modify our thought process of how rental management can (or needs to) work. And it's not just for the immediate future -- Many of the changes made in the real estate industry over the past few months will likely be here to stay.

In today's podcast, we'll explore how Covid-19 has changed the real estate industry, which changes were the most significant, what is here to stay for good and why that is a good thing.

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Impulse Factors: How To Rent Your Properties Faster and Keep Vacancy Rates Low S02,E17 May 28, 2020

With the dramatic economic and cultural shifts that have taken place over the past couple of months, the rental market will likely become much cooler in areas where that has not been the case in over a decade. As a landlord who has never encountered such a dramatic shift in the rental market, it is important to learn new skill sets to help be prepared for that shift and master the skills needed to rent out your rental properties quickly and efficiently.

In today's podcast, we'll explore what is known as the four impulse factors that you can implement today to compete in a cooler rental market which in turn will increase your occupancy and reduce vacancy.

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4 Significant Ways That the Pandemic Has Changed Real Estate & What That Means for You, S02E16 May 19, 2020

The events of the past several months have changed the workplace into the foreseeable future. Since the early part of 2020, the majority of those who can, have been working from home, while sheltering in place.

This abrupt change in the workplace has resulted in significant shifts that may have a lasting impact on workspace design and use, while simultaneously changing the demand and use of commercial space for years to come.

How do these changes affect your real estate business and what does it mean for the everyday landlord? Tune in and let's discuss!

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The Challenges of Owning and Managing Rental Properties & How To Overcome Them S02,E15 May 12, 2020

With every strategy for wealth building or growth comes risk. And real estate? It's is no different.

So whether you are just starting out, or you have been involved in buying or renting out real estate for quite some time, or you're on the property management side considering getting into buying rental real estate yourself, here are five things that you can do to overcome the pitfalls and challenges of owning and managing rental properties.

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Q&A With A Landlord Lawyer: Your COVID-19 Questions Answered S02, E14 May 01, 2020

Based on a report from approximately 11.5 million rental units in the United States, 89% of tenants paid either partial or full payments towards their rent in the month of April of this year.
However, with over 17 million unemployment claims over the past month or so, the question of whether or not May's rent goes unpaid is still looming large and landlords across the country are asking questions about what options they may have at their disposal.
In this podcast, we'll cover a quick question and answer session that the National Landlord Association had with a Utah based lawyer who specializes in landlord law, fair housing and property management, to get his take on some of the most popular questions landlords have right now and hopefully provide you with some answers to your most pressing questions.

You can view the full interview here.

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Landlords Who Successfully Manage Their Rentals Remotely Share Their Top 4 Pieces of Advice S02, E13 Apr 22, 2020

Renting out properties while living abroad is similar to having a long-distance relationship. It takes a lot of effort and requires creativity to make it work. But with a thorough strategy and a good property management system, you can easily manage your rentals remotely.

We asked a few "remote" landlords to share their secrets for running a property management business from overseas. Taking into account their advice and experiences, we've singled out their top 4 pieces tips and shared them with you in this podcast.

To Learn More, Go To https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/no-better-time-to-become-a-remote-landlord

5 Real Estate News Stories That Will Make You Feel Better S02, E12 Apr 16, 2020

During the times when you can hardly find good news, life-affirming stories about noble gestures, philanthropy, and simple acts of kindness bring positive energy and restore our faith in humanity (in case you’re about to lose it).

In this podcast, we share 5 news stories related to real estate that will make you believe in the power of togetherness.

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Managing Rentals During a Pandemic: Five Effective Steps Landlords Are Taking to Cope S02, E11 Apr 07, 2020

We all know that life is unpredictable, but let's be honest. Right now, life is simply crazy. Very few people alive today have ever lived through a pandemic, and some of us are having to make decisions that we never dreamed we would have to make.

In this podcast, we'll discuss the five key things that you can do to continue "business as usual" (or, at least as close as possible to it), as well as some ideas around "what to do next" to prepare for the unknown future that may be waiting around the corner.

Pandemic Resource Link For Landlords: https://www.nationallandlordassociation.org/

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How to Increase Your Rental Income through Rental Add-Ons - an Interview with Patrick Dudek at Valet Storage S02, E10 Mar 30, 2020

In this podcast, I interview Patrick Dudek with Valet Storage. And while storage may not sound like an exciting topic to discuss on a podcast, you will definitely want to tune in as we discuss how a product like Valet Storage can add value to your rentals and increase your revenue on a per rental unit basis all while requiring little to no effort or investment on your part.
TenantCloud is not connected with Valet Storage and this is not a paid interview or advertisement. Our goal is to simply continue to provide incredibly valuable information to our listeners and help you to continue to grow your rental business in the most efficient way possible. The information in this podcast may help you do just that.

To learn more about TenantCloud go to https://www.tenantcloud.com

To learn more about Valet Storage, go to https://valetstorage.com/

What Landlords Are Excluded from the Federal Fair Housing Act? S02, E09 Mar 17, 2020

Whether you manage one rental or two hundred rentals, there is a good chance that you are required to abide by the Federal Fair Housing Act, as well as your local state and county laws that often expand on the Federal Fair Housing Act. But believe it or not, there are some landlords who are not required to abide by the Federal Fair Housing Act.

We explore some of those scenarios in this podcast and discuss the importance of Fair Housing laws, even in scenarios where you may be exempt.

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Tax Deductions for Landlords to Keep in Mind in 2020 S02, E08 Mar 11, 2020

Knowing which deductions apply to you as a landlord will help you take full advantage of available tax benefits during filing season - allowing you to keep more cash in the bank. In this podcast, we discuss equipment and supply deduction categories to keep in mind as you gear up for the big day. By learning your deduction landscape now and by tracking potential deductible purchases, your life will be much easier on tax day.

Learn More Here: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/tax-deductions-for-landlords-to-keep-in-mind

Here Are 10 Savvy Rules Landlords Should Use To Securely Conduct Business Online In 2020 S02, E07 Mar 03, 2020

Whenever you surf the Internet or read an email, you should always take caution of where you are “virtually.” There are bad neighborhoods in every city and those same places exist online. It is becoming harder for online criminals, so now they create areas hoping you come to them.

In 2020 and beyond the internet will only become increasingly integrated in our lives in more ways than we may even realize as of today.
In today's podcast, we'll cover the Top 10 ways to help protect your landlord business online with advice straight from the experts on internet security.

Learn More Here: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/tips-to-protect-your-identity-this-tax-season

Six Practical Reasons Why You Need To Use a CRM For Your Rental Business S02, E06 Feb 25, 2020

Are you looking for a tool that adds value to your rental business this year? Something that has the power to turn prospects into tenants and monitor your leads in one place? If not, you should be. Tracking leads through an effective CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tool is essential to the success of any business, including your rental business. In this podcast, we'll review six practical reasons why you need to use a CRM for your rental business.

To learn more: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/this-is-how-transforming-leads-into-tenants-upgrades-your-rental-business

3 Landlord Tips for the 2020 Tax Season, S02, E05 Feb 18, 2020

Have you already finished your taxes? Chances are you haven’t.

Whether it is satisfying the Cohan Rule, automating your accounting processes, or taking hours (or even days) to file a Schedule E, we can all use some insight into best accounting practices for the year-end tax season.

As tax season is well upon us, we share three tips for getting through it.
In this podcast, we'll cover three important tips that will help make this tax season, your most relaxed tax season yet.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/three-landlord-tips-for-tax-season

The Unexpected Impact That Tiny Houses Are Having On a Giant Real Estate World, S02, E04 Feb 11, 2020

From the asset-rich investors with land who want to operate the tiny house as a business to the ADU (or, additional dwelling unit) in someones back yard where they rent it out on Airbnb... Or maybe it's the adults who want a home nearby for Mom or Dad to live in on their property or the parents who want to give their 20-something children a start with their first home, make no mistake --- the Tiny House Movement is on fire.

Stay tuned to discover the unexpected impact that tiny houses are having on a giant real estate world and what that could mean for you, and your real estate business.

Stay with Me: How to Keep Your Tenants from Leaving, S02, E03 Feb 04, 2020

Tenant turnover can be stressful for almost any landlord. It brings extra tasks to complete, from repairs and cleaning to advertising and tenant screening. Vacant units mean lower income, additional expenses, and other property-related hassle.

More at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/stay-with-me-how-to-keep-your-tenants-from-leaving

Tis’ the Season to be Taxed: Tax Season Guide, S02, E02 Jan 28, 2020

A major reason for owning a rental property is the tax advantages, but many don’t end up utilizing the advantages because they get lost in the details. As a real estate investor you need to make sure to take advantage of all the benefits. The advantages are the deductions and expenses that go with your rental.

20 Things You As a Landlord Should Do in 2020, S02, E01 Jan 21, 2020

Over the course of the year, we have had the chance to talk to a few real estate professionals who managed to double their portfolio and automate their business during this year. We took their experience, studied upcoming trends, and created this 2020 guide for landlords. Here are 20 things that landlords should do in the upcoming year:

https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/20-things-you-as-a-landlord-should-do-in-2020

I Don't Like This and This: Top 5 Tenant Complaints in 2019, S01, E28 Jan 14, 2020

No matter if you're a first-time landlord or a professional with years of property management experience, some tenant complaints might make you pretty confused. But the good news is that any complaint can be handled with the help of effective communication strategies and certain tech tools.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/top-five-tenant-complaints

4 Tips on How to Make a Successful Accidental Landlord, S01, E27 Dec 17, 2019

Typically there are two categories of landlords out there: the professional landlords and the amateur ones. The latter are often referred to as 'accidental landlords'- people who never treated their home as a long-term business investment, but have become real estate investors due to life circumstances.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/four-tips-on-how-to-make-a-successful-accidental-landlord

Perks of Investing In Real Estate, S01, E26 Dec 10, 2019

Investing in residential or commercial rental properties has always been an attractive idea. Although this type of investment requires an initial outlay, it's a rewarding solution often associated with high ROI and ongoing passive income.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/perks-of-investing-in-rental-property

5 Qualities of a Highly Effective Landlord, S01, E25 Dec 04, 2019

Why do you think some landlords become successful entrepreneurs while others have a hard time developing their rental business? The harsh truth is that landlording isn't for everyone. But fortunately, there are a few traits any landlord can develop in order to build wealth while running a property management business.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/five-qualities-of-a-highly-effective-landlord

Affordable Ways to Increase the Value of Your Rental, S01, E24 Nov 26, 2019

The value of your rental depends on a range of factors including its size, overall condition, infrastructure, etc. If maximizing ROI of rental properties is a priority, finding effective ways to enhance the value of your rentals should be on your to-do list.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/affordable-ways-to-increase-the-value-of-your-rental

How to Decorate Your Rental Like a Pro, S01, E23 Nov 19, 2019

Compact apartments are budget-friendly spaces that require less cleaning, less maintenance, and lower rent. For a lot of prospective tenants, those are all huge perks! It is important to properly highlight them to get maximum exposure for smaller-sized rentals.

Read more in our blog at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/small-rental-decorating-ideas

Significantly Reduce Damage & Injury Risks During the Winter Season with These 5 Tips, S01, E22 Nov 13, 2019

Preparing rentals for the winter season is essential for every landlord. Imagine getting a maintenance call to clean a chimney or clogged gutters on New Year's Eve. Naturally, nobody would be thrilled about it- that's why you need to take a few steps to get your rental ready now before bad weather and the holidays arrive.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/your-pre-winter-home-maintenance-checklist

How to Deal with Long-Term Guests in Your Rental Property, S01, E21 Nov 05, 2019

What's the difference between a tenant and a long-term guest? They both occupy the rental and take advantage of apartment amenities. But only one of them is on the lease and is fully responsible for rent payments. The question is: "Who's this other person? And what are they doing in my rental property for a month or so?"

Find all the answers in our blog at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-long-term-guests-in-your-rentals

Honey, We're Killing Our Home, S01, E20 Oct 29, 2019

If you take care of things, they last. If you take care of your rental properties, you're likely to minimize tenant turnaround by attracting long-term renters. Bonus: well-maintained rentals never stay vacant for too long.

Because minor damages and poor maintenance often lead to dangerous consequences, let's go over a few issues that can affect your rentals if they are not taken seriously. If you discover any of the following hassles with your own home or the rentals you manage, the best thing you can do is quickly take measures to prevent further damages and inconveniences.
Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/honey-we-are-killing-our-home

This Is Halloween: Spookify Your Rental in Three Simple Steps, S01, E19 Oct 22, 2019

Halloween is just around the corner, so it's high time to decorate your rentals (if you haven't done it yet). To do so, you will need to use your creativity and bring several pumpkins to make the rental look fabulous for the Halloween season. You might ask why. Well, there is an unspoken competition among tenants for the best Halloween decorations.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/this-is-halloween-spookify-your-rental-in-three-simple-steps

How Successful DIY Landlords Take Control of Their Schedule, S01 E18 Oct 08, 2019

The way you organize your schedule says a lot about you as a DIY landlord or property manager. Effective time management allows you to completely take control of your schedule and therefore boost personal productivity. Do you currently manage your time efficiently and prioritize the most important tasks? If not, what's missing from your daily routine?

Here are a few time management techniques that will help you tackle the work day:
https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/how-landlords-take-control-of-their-schedule

Three Marketing Principles to Instantly Make Your Rental memorable, S01 E17 Oct 01, 2019

Without writing a complete book on the topic, let's dive a little deeper beyond the cliche advice you find all over the internet and explore the first step towards instantly making your rental memorable, not forgettable (or worse, ignorable).

More at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/three-marketing-principles-to-instantly-make-your-rental-memorable

5 Ways to Bring Fall Spirit to Your Rental, S01 E16 Sep 24, 2019

Good news: Fall is finally here! If you've already taken care of your fall maintenance, it's high time to add some autumn spirit to your home. Easy fall decorations, classic fall dishes, and a few relaxing songs will help you and your tenants to feel the autumn spirit.
Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/five-ways-to-bring-fall-spirit-to-your-rental

How Online Leases Are Stealing The Show, S01 E15 Sep 17, 2019

No one can deny that thanks to technology, the property management industry has been noticeably modified. Landlords today are more tech-savvy than only a few decades ago. On top of that, they've become more concerned with the impact of their rental business on the environment. Because of this, paper lease agreements have in many cases been replaced with online documents. But that's not the only advantage to using online lease agreements.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/how-online-leases-are-stealing-the-show

Tips for Tenants on How to Make Moving Less Stressful, S01 E14 Sep 10, 2019

If moving seems too daunting for your tenants, don't panic! Being prepared for this journey is half the battle. Encourage your tenants to make a checklist and stick to it.
Read more in our blog post: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/tips-for-tenants-on-how-to-make-moving-less-stressful

Fall Is Coming: 5 Ultimate Home Maintenance Tips, S01 E13 Sep 03, 2019

Fall is just around the corner, so now is a great time to prepare your rentals for the coming season. The more you pay attention to interior and exterior details of your rental properties before the first leaves start to fall, the fewer maintenance requests you'll receive in the dead of autumn.

Read more in our blog post: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/fall-is-coming-five-ultimate-home-maintenance-tips

Why Landlords Don't Like Pets in Their Rentals, S01 E12 Aug 27, 2019

As a landlord, you're allowed to set the rules and regulations at your rental properties. If you're not okay with your tenants having pets in the apartment, no worries. A no-pet policy will help you to specify this. But the policy can't be applied to tenants who have a medical need for an animal. In that case, you're dealing with service and emotional support animals that aren't considered pets.
Read more in our blog at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/why-landlords-do-not-like-pets-in-their-rentals

3 Reasons Why They Toured Your Rental but Never Applied, S01 E11 Aug 20, 2019

It may be simpler than you think. It may also be a bit harsher than you anticipated. But it's necessary to address the proverbial elephant in the leasing office in order to get to the source of this disappointing experience - why you lost the sale. There can be many reasons that tenants walk away from applying for your rental, but in the following podcast, we'd like to focus on the three most common reasons.
Read more in our blog: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/three-reasons-why-they-toured-your-rental-but-never-applied

Stats on Common Maintenance Requests, S01 E10 Aug 13, 2019

Recent data shows that more than 40% of tenants aren't satisfied with their rental maintenance and 58% of tenants use toxic chemicals to clean a clogged drain. Take a look at other data related to common maintenance requests in our blog post at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/stats-on-common-maintenance-requests

Renting to College Students, S01 E09 Aug 06, 2019

If your rental properties are located anywhere in or around a college campus, then this is a demographic (college students) that you must remain consistently informed about.

Cities like Austin, Texas have rental markets that are heavily influenced by the influx of new students every year. Knowing how the local rental market is affected by students and understanding how to take advantage of that type of a rental market can be one of the keys to becoming a successful landlord.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/the-five-things-landlords-know-about-renting-to-students

How to Rent Out Your First Property Like a Pro, S01 E08 Jul 30, 2019

If you are a newbie in the property management business and are preparing to rent out your first property, you're probably wondering where to start. Should I look for tenants first, or is it more important to compare rental prices? How much time does it take to find decent renters? What if I don't succeed? These questions and worries are likely to arise when you're about to start a property management business. Don't panic - we have the answers.
More at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/how-to-rent-out-your-first-property-like-a-pro

Quick Tips On Major Maintenance Issues, S01 E07 Jul 23, 2019

A landlord isn't just a person who takes care of a rental and collects rent payments. A landlord is also someone who creates favorable living conditions for their tenants by keeping the rental property in a good condition and preventing costly repairs.

More than 40% of tenants aren't satisfied with their rental maintenance, especially when it comes to urgent maintenance issues. What's the reason for such a sad statistic? Probably some landlords haven't developed the maintenance habits needed to effectively deal with maintenance requests.

Read more in our blog: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/common-maintenance-requests-landlords-receive-from-tenants

How to Avoid Landlord Burnout: Useful Tips to Follow, S01 E06 Jul 02, 2019

Everyone knows that landlording is a stressful job, especially if you have got multiple properties to manage. There is always something that needs to be fixed, someone who is demanding a showing at 5 a.m., and tons of paperwork waiting for your undivided attention. It is impossible to avoid stress, but you can learn to control it. Using time management techniques and well-thought strategies, you can even enjoy the problems you’re dealing with.

Real Estate News Recap, S01 E05 May 02, 2019

Check out our podcast on the most relevant real estate news that you definitely don’t want to miss.

The Secret to an IRS Audit, S01 E04 Apr 24, 2019

Knowing just how best to present your rental business in the event of an audit is very important. To help with this we have the Cohan Rule, which applies especially to small rental businesses when receipts are hard to track. Listen more about it in the podcast and read in our blog: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/the-secret-to-an-irs-audit-tenantcloud

Can rent control be a good thing, S01 E03 Mar 26, 2019

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud are discussing latest rent control laws approved in Oregon, California, and Illinois. Listen till the end to understand all the cons and pros of rent control and whether support or dismiss such regulations.

Also, you can read more on the topic following the link: https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/can-rent-control-be-a-good-thing

Tax Deductions for Landlords to Keep in Mind, Part 2, S01 E02 Mar 01, 2019

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud are going over best tax deductions for landlords to keep in mind, especially during the tax season. Loan interest, business credit card interest, property depreciation, insurance, business fees and taxes, professional services, and utilities are described in detail.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/best-tax-deductions-for-landlords-to-keep-in-mind

Tax Deductions for Landlords to Keep in Mind, Part 1, S01 E01 Feb 06, 2019

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud on active and passive activity differences, passive activity losses, when you can consider yourself a real estate professional, and other tips for landlords at tax time.

Read more at https://www.tenantcloud.com/blog/tax-implications-of-becoming-a-landlord