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[Rent Report] September Rents Surge Upward
September one-bedroom rents are up 8.27 percent for the year and moved 2.4 percent higher from August to September. Two-bedrooms have risen 6.87 percent yearly and tacked on 2.09 percent last month. These are big…
Rentable Raises $22.5 Million Series B
Investment led by Susquehanna Growth Equity will accelerate the scaling of their next-generation rental platform. Rentable, a rental platform on a mission to make rentals the next category of e-commerce, today announced a $22.5M Series…
[Rent Report] August Rents Climb Sharply
Last month our prediction was, “Look for summer one and two-bedroom rent price increases to continue,” and that’s just what we saw. August one-bedroom units rocketed up almost 2.5 percent from July while two-bedrooms gained…
[Rent Report] July Rents Post a Big Rise
Last month our prediction was, “If the expanding economy and the concurrent supply-shortage driven price increases continue, we see July rents continuing the upward trend,” and that scenario strongly verified. July one-bedroom units were up…
[Rent Report] Prices Move Upward Again
Last month our prediction was, “look for near-term apartment rental prices to trudge upward,” and our June median rental stats affirm this trend as one-bedroom prices moved upward 1.34 percent while two-bedroom units rose 1.23…
[Rent Report] May Rent Prices on the Rise
Last month we said, “In our view, loads of stimulus money and a quickly recovering economy equal inflation danger, and that alone will put upward pressure on one- and two-bedroom rental prices,” and that’s exactly…
[Rent Report] April Rent Prices Decline Slightly
National median one- and two-bedroom apartment rent prices both declined in April as one-bedroom units lost 0.27 percent to a median $1,121 while two-bedroom spaces fell 0.29 percent to $1,378. Tight ranges were observed in…
[Rent Report] March Rent Prices Fall Slightly
National median one-bedroom apartment rents actually fell 0.09 percent in March to a median $1,123 and two-bedroom units gained a tiny 0.22 percent to a median $1,385 No city moved more than 9 percent in…
FOR PROPERTY PROS
10 Upgrades that Add Value to Your Rental Property
Home upgrades can add square footage, make your home feel more spacious, improve curb appeal, and overall add market value to your home, especially when you are looking to rent your place and become a…
Property Management Licenses: What is Required to Manage?
While a handful of states don’t have any requirements, most property managers are required by law to hold a property management license or a real estate broker’s license in order to conduct real estate transactions….
8 Items to Invest in to Boost the Appeal of Your Rental Property
In an ideal world, all tenants would be friendly, kindly people who take immense care of the property they’ve rented. In real life, though, attracting the attention of quality renters is often a challenge. To…
Ways to Improve Your Rental Value with Solar Panels
Those who have a property to rent often look for smart ways to increase their gain from it. Nowadays, many people do this with environmental issues in mind, meaning that they’ll invest in such a…
Budgeting Tips for Rental Property Management in 2021
Having a nest egg is a practical idea no matter your age, career choice or future plans – even if you don’t have a particular goal in mind, you never know when you’ll need that…
4 Tips to Grow Your Property Management Business
According to recent data, over 44 million households in the United States are occupied by renters – that’s nearly 40% of the population. This number has been growing steadily over the past 50 years and…
9 Low-Budget Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen
We often refer to the kitchen as the heart of the home, and that’s no surprise. For families big and small alike, it’s the meeting point on busy mornings and the place to connect after…
These 5 Home Features Will Boost Your Property’s Rental Value
In the age of COVID-19, media rooms and party basements are on the out as sought-after home features. To attract tenants, owners of rental properties must adjust to changed priorities. The pandemic has fundamentally altered…
FOR RENTERS
4 Useful Tips for Moving to a New Home During the School Year
Not only is moving to a new place time-consuming and often physically demanding, but it’s also stressful. And if you have to do it in the middle of the school year, when you feel like…
Bedroom Design Tips for Your First Home [2021]
If you’re renting your first apartment, you are likely overwhelmed by a lot of contradictory emotions. You’re excited and happy, but you’re just as nervous and fearful at the same time. It’s difficult to figure…
Thinking About Relocating? 5 Cities to Move to in 2021
Whether you are in need of affordable housing, lower cost of living, or a change in lifestyle, relocating to a new city can fulfill your goals. It not only brings a fresh perspective to your…
How to Decorate a Rented Apartment on a Budget
Living in a rented apartment is a necessity for most people, but there are a lot of advantages to this step as well. You can decorate the space as you see fit, and live within…
Bedroom Design Essentials: From Constricting to Cozy
Small bedrooms often appear to be rather a nightmare than a pleasant and cozy nook you can relax in. How can you possibly fit in both the bed and adequate storage space while still managing…
8 Tips to Feel at Home in Your Rental in 2021
When moving from rental to rental, you can often find yourself feeling a bit at sea and never truly at home anywhere. However, with just a few clever decorating and organizing tips, you can fashion…
What to Know About Home Depot Truck Rentals
Are you considering renting a Home Depot moving truck rather than using professional movers? When your moving day approaches, you will be faced with a crucial decision. Quite often, moving from one apartment to another…
How Much Square Footage Do You (Really) Need?
When you’re looking for a new place to stay, there are many questions and concerns during the process. Whether you want an average square foot house or apartment to rent or buy, or are looking…