The rent vs. buy calculator was traditionally used by realtors and mortgage lenders as a way to show you the benefits of homeownership. These include building equity, getting a tax write-off and appreciation of the property. These numbers always skew in favor of purchasing a home instead of renting, which [...] Read more »
Facebook Marketplace
Word of Mouth is always the best way to market a property. A new application for Facebook users to get the word out about rentals is Facebook Marketplace. You can post your properties for rent and immediately share them with friends and fans. This is another great tool to increase [...] Read more »
As Home Prices Decline, it is a Great Time to Invest in a Rental Property
In Manatee County home and condominium re-sales rose in October. However, there’s still a debate about the housing market recovery. According to the Florida Association of Realtors, sales of existing single-family homes in the Sarasota-Bradenton market rose nearly 50 percent in October compared to the same month a year ago. [...] Read more »
Lakewood Ranch – Property Management Perspective
East of I-75, in the 34202 zip code, is the master-planned community of Lakewood Ranch. Lakewood Ranch offers a variety of different properties and amenities to suit any lifestyle. The neighborhoods of Greenbrook, Summerfield, The Lake Club, Lakewood Ranch Country Club and Riverwalk are connected by the trademark of Lakewood [...] Read more »
Manatee County – Property Management Perspective
The Bradenton/Manatee County, Florida area has always been a desirable place to live. Throughout Manatee County you will find a wide variety of properties: bayside villages, country clubs, rural settings, urban communities and retirement areas. You can find stunning oceanfront homes and luxurious condominiums of Anna Maria Island and Holmes [...] Read more »