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Q&A with Nickalene Badalamenti-Kalas

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Meeting Asset Management Needs in a Changing REI Market As investors expand property portfolios across the United States, many are encountering new challenges in the administration of turns, make-ready, renovations, and ongoing property maintenance field services. REI INK spoke with Nickalene Badalamenti-Kalas, President and CEO of Five Brothers, the asset management service provider, to help unpack these trends and discover how Five Brothers is assisting property managers and owner-operated investors

A Q&A with Thomas Price

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Deciphering the Complexities of Insurance for Investors, Lenders and Agents When real estate investors secure mortgages for a portfolio of properties, the complexity of their insurance needs may be more than they bargained for. In a changing real estate environment, it has become more challenging to anticipate and cover common risks. Their mortgage lenders, too, often need help untangling the nuances. What should both parties know? REI INK asked Thomas

Q&A with Mark Walser

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Streamlining Real Estate Appraisals in an Active Market In today’s active real estate investment market, the evolution of the appraisal industry is having a direct effect on the speed and ease of transactions. To help investors capitalize on new developments, REI INK interviewed Mark Walser, President, Incenter Appraisal Management, a major national provider of valuations, inspections and data products. As the President of a national appraisal management company, what is

Q&A with Steve Johnston

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Sourcing the Right Agent Within the Single-Family Market With the spring homebuying season underway, REI INK asked Steve Johnston, CEO of IDEAL AGENT, how to sell single-family homes as quickly as possible at the maximum price. IDEAL AGENT’s goal is to help sellers earn top dollar on their residential property investments and minimize commissions paid to agents (which can be as little as 2%) while receiving high-touch service. The company

Should I Allow Pets in My Rental Properties?

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Pet-friendly rentals can mean more revenue, a larger pool of tenants and longer leases. Making the decision to invest in residential real estate is an excellent step in the right direction toward building wealth. While this is a wise choice, there are many things to consider to get the best return on your investment. Although many investors consider the obvious, such as where to market and whether to hire a