Because the landlord verification process is so cumbersome, a surprising number of landlords and property managers take it lightly—or don’t bother with it at all! But what if there was a quick and easy way to verify a prospective tenant’s rental history?Sherry McKillop is the Chief Operating Officer at LandLord Verificat...

As with any earnings, the rental income a property owner brings in must be reported to the IRS. So, what do property managers and homeowners need to know about reporting rental income and expenses on their federal and state tax returns?On this edition of Five Minute Friday, Bob offers an overview of the tax implications of owning a rental...

So, you’ve shown a property and collected applications from prospective tenants. Though you may have a gut instinct around who is the best fit, it’s critical that you put ALL potential renters through a consistent screening process. What does that look like? On this edition of Five Minute Friday, Bob walks us through the ...

As part of our commitment to give back to the community, North County Property Group has forged a partnership with the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity to provide safe, affordable housing for hardworking families in San Diego County.Bridget Strickland is the Corporate Partnership Manager for San Diego Habitat for Humanity...

When a new tenant moves in on the 15th of the month, it is only fair to prorate the rent—charging them only for the number days they occupy the unit. But there is a downside to charging a partial month’s rent at move-in. So, what’s the best approach to proration? How can we be fair to our tenants and meet our own financi...

What does it mean to get a property ‘rent ready’? Are we talking a fresh coat of paint? Replacing the carpet? New appliances? There are a number of things we can do to ensure a property shows well and puts its best foot forward, so to speak.On this episode of Five Minute Friday, Bob explains what it means to make a property re...

What if you could predict a maintenance issue before it turned into an emergency? Property automation technology gives us the data to catch problems early on and be proactive—before a water heater leak turns into a flooded home!Sean Miller is the CEO of PointCentral, the leading IoT platform for residential property managers. On thi...

Yes, property owners want to maximize their rental income. But if you set the monthly rent too high and the unit stays empty, no one generates any revenue at all! So, how do you decide on a monthly rental rate that keeps the property owner happy AND competes in the local market?On this episode of Five Minute Friday, Bob explains the impor...

The idea of generating passive income through a rental property sounds pretty terrific. But the reality is, being a landlord is not as passive as you might think. Renting your home is equivalent to running a business, and there are a number of responsibilities that come with it. So, what do you need to consider before becoming a landlord?...

It goes without saying that every landlord and property owner dreams of a quick and seamless listing and leasing process that results in a happy tenant and ongoing rental income. But what can we do to make the leasing process run more smoothly? How can we reduce the number of days on market and fulfill our owner’s expectations&mdash...