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Just the thought of selling your home can be daunting, especially if you are looking for another property to buy at the same time. Whether you’ve sold your home ten times or you’re going to be selling your first, there are things that you need to know before listing your property for sale. We are here to help! Here are some things that you should remember when listing your Property for Sale. Gather all of your important information. This includes relevant paperwork and documents. Having information on the major mechanics of the home and also any updates that have been done to the property for sale will be extremely helpfulRead More →

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As you begin searching for a new property rental, it’s important to educate yourself on property rental fraud. Rental fraud is as old as the landlord-tenant relationship. Historically, the most common fraud has been landlords keeping tenants’ security deposits. Recently, with technology being more wide-spread and the landlord-tenant relationship being more anonymous, the opportunity for property rental fraud has never been greater. What to be aware of Unconventional payment methods. Is someone asking you to send them money via Western Union, Moneygram, or Prepaid Visa card? Most rental fraud is based on convincing people to send money. This can be to a “landlord” or third party who is not who theyRead More →

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Pushing 30 or already there? If so, you’re probably getting asked from family and friends, “When are you going to get married, have a child, and buy a house?” You’re own your own for the first two, but we can help in the housing department. When it comes to home buying, Millennials fall behind where past generations were at their age. This is mostly because of affordability issues. Wages, until recently, aren’t going up even though costs are. Because of this, more Americans are renting more than any time in recent history. For people who want more space, freedom, and privacy than an apartment offers,Read More →

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Up to your neck in income and expense management? Want to avoid annoying weekend maintenance calls? If so, hiring a property management services company may be for you. They will help you streamline your process and free up your time, so that you can grow your business more efficiently. Here’s 10 things that Property Management Services can do for you: Set the correct rental rates Market and advertise your company Screen out problem tenants Be a point of contact for tenants concerns Initiate convictions Decrease tenant turnover Collect and deposit monthly rent payments Manage vendors Show your property Keep you in compliance with housing andRead More →

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When you invest your money, you want it to be in a worthwhile pursuit. Most importantly, you want a great return on investment. While there are innumerable investment opportunities available, few are as lucrative and exciting as investing in property. Here are three quick benefits (of many) you’ll enjoy when you invest in real estate: Quick Reward While this isn’t the be all end all of an investment, it’s certainly a nice feature of investing in property. When you’re renting, you have predictable income that goes right into your pocket. This is happening while your property is gaining value and ultimately making you money. NotRead More →

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A landlord doesn’t always have an easy job. There are people to deal with, both good and frustrating, properties to maintain, both well-functioning and riddled with issues, along with financial and legal considerations to make. While hiring a resident manager may ease the burden some, a full-scale property management service offered by many property rental companies is oftentimes a landlord’s saving grace. Here are a few reasons hiring property management is a great idea: You have a lot of properties. If your rental properties are piling up, you’re going to need help keeping track of the tenants, the paperwork, the finances, the maintenance…you’re no longerRead More →

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Whether you’ve owned your property for a while or have recently acquired it, chances are, it could use some upgrades. The question is: is it worth your time and money to freshen up the property? Will you see a return on investment? And where do you start? Investing in property is always a good idea and you will see a return: people are attracted to spaces and homes that are clean, updated, and fresh. The updates themselves don’t have to be extravagant, but a little sprucing up goes a long way in adding value to your property. Read on for some actionable ways you increaseRead More →

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There are a variety of reasons you may need rental managers to assist you with the care of your rental property. Maybe you live too far away or have way too much on your plate already. Maybe you need some expertise with the daily ins and outs of renting and tenants. Or maybe you just don’t want to put the time into learning the ropes and would rather hire a property management company to do the heavy lifting while you make a passive income. Whatever your reasons for hiring rental managers, you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the best people for the job. HereRead More →

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The search for a house for rent can be painful. It can be lengthy. And worst of all, it can leave you in a bind with nowhere to stay for a period of time. But we have news for you: it doesn’t have to be! When you’re a tenant partnered with Applegate Properties, we can help you settle into your new home quickly and painlessly. Timely Updates Here at Applegate, we keep our properties for rent page updated regularly so that you know what’s available as soon as we do. This page will give you a variety of rental options in an array of priceRead More →

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When it comes to reaping long-term benefits out of a rental investment, many people focus on the location and condition of their property. However, the factor that is far more important is the kind of tenant renting your property. What should you look for in a tenant when you have a house for rent in Stillwater, MN? How do you reach that type of tenant? And how do you make sure they’re the real deal? Read on to learn how to best protect and invest in your rental property. What makes a good tenant? If you have a house for rent in Stillwater, MN andRead More →