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From Perk to Profit

How Smart Tech is Revolutionizing Security & Asset Protection by Ashna Lee For years, smart home technology has been marketed as a luxury for tenants — customizable lighting, climate control, and app-enabled security systems that enhance the resident experience. While these features certainly add value for renters, they represent only a fraction of the capabilities of today’s smart technology. What if providing convenience and customizable environments for tenants was not

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Maximizing Success in SFR/BTR

Leveraging Trade Partners to Navigate Portfolios and Asset Lifecycles by Yovonne Kenny Selecting the right trade partner is something most professionals in real estate and construction think they have mastered. After all, it is a straightforward concept: find someone reliable, cost-effective, and capable of delivering quality work on time. But if you have spent any time working in the Build-to-Rent (BTR), Single-Family Rental (SFR), or Multifamily sectors, you already know

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9 Ways to Create a Positive Tenant Experience at Your SFR Property

Maximizing Your SFR Investment by Jason Myers As every single-family rental (SFR) property owner/operator can attest, tenant turnover is time-consuming and costly, and a tenant’s rental experience can significantly enhance (or diminish) the odds of a lease renewal. The cost to replace an SFR tenant can range from $1,000-$5,000 with a recent report from Zego finding the average tenant turnover cost in 2023 was $3,872. That can add up quickly

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Turnovers Are Fundamental Aspect of the Single-Family Rental Market

How to Master the Art of Turnovers By Deanna Alfredo Now more than ever, single-family rental owners need a concise turnover process in-between residents. While there is a draw to the single-family rental market, it is more challenging than ever to procure a consistent revenue stream for investors. A smooth turnover process is necessary to create efficiencies and maintain profitability as a vendor and property owner. In this article, we

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Properly Insuring Your “Subject To” Property

Bottom Line: If You Own It, You Insure It By Jacqui Price A subject-to deal is a creative investment strategy that involves an investor acquiring a property subject to the existing mortgage, effectively taking over payments to the lender and assuming responsibility for the home. While subject-to deals can offer substantial benefits, including minimal upfront costs and quick closing times, they also may introduce complexities in terms of insurance coverage.

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Keeping Customer Experience on the Radar

How Innovation & Sustainability are Helping Halstead Grow By Carole VanSickle Ellis In the world of flooring, the customer experience never ends. You start with wherever you are standing when you realize you need new flooring, and you’re still going years later when you have to answer the questions:  » “Is this pleasing in my sight?  » “Is my floor functioning properly?  » “Did it provide me with everlasting beauty?

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