Educational Articles for Landlords and Investors

Top Reasons to Evict a Resident

It is very stressful when you've done all you can do to live up to an agreement you made and the other person seems bent on not living up to the agreement and making your life miserable. If you are a landlord long enough, this is something that is bound to happen with regard ...

What Does My Landlord Deposit Return Letter Need To Say? (+ Template)

There is a lot of stress around the resident’s move-out process, particularly around the security deposit return letter. So, what does it need to say, and when does it need to be sent?What Is a Security Return Deposit Letter?When a resident moves out, the landlord is respon...

Tenant Harassment and What to Do: Your Guide

Renting out your home is a nice way to make some extra income. However, there is risk – mainly, renting it to the wrong person.Regardless of how much time you spend screening prospects, nightmare residents can slip through. Therefore, it’s almost inevitable ...

Should I Rent My House In Nashville?

Should I Rent My Home In Nashville?Well, should you? And how can you know for sure? Every day someone is faced with the decision of whether renting their home in Nashville is a good idea. You may be faced with this decision for many different reasons. In hot real estate markets, ...

My Resident Is Late with Rent - What Should I Do?

What Should You Do if Resident is Late With RentWhat should you do when you realize, "My resident is late with rent?" You may have a really big problem or you may have a really great resident! This article will explore how to know the difference between a problem reside...

My Resident Has a Dog Against The Lease

What do you do if your resident has a dog against the lease?This is a common issue. You state on your application that you don't accept dogs. Then, you find out your resident has a dog against the lease. Many of our owners don't mind allowing pets and we have a special pe...

What Happens When a Section 8 Resident Wants to Move?

Navigating the world of Section 8 housing as a landlord or investor can be a bit complex, especially when it comes time for a resident to move out.Understanding the steps involved can make the transition smoother for everyone and ensure that you are following the law and your res...

The 5 Most Common Questions Owners Ask Us

You might be searching the web to find questions to ask a property manager.We get it, you should ask a lot of questions! In this article, we will walk through the most common questions we receive. At evernest we have the pleasure of working with two types of owners:Homeowners who...

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate Investing Mistakes [VIDEO]

Birmingham, Alabama Real Estate Investing MistakesIn this article, we will share our Birmingham, Alabama real estate investing mistakes with you so that you don't make the same mistakes. Real money. Or heard the horror stories that circulate on the web. I've made several ...

The Single Biggest Factor To Your Landlording Success

Things That Involves for Becoming a Successful LandlordBecoming a successful landlord involves a great many things. Everything from buying the right house at the right price, to putting the right finishes in the home when you get it ready for a renter to make sure it is marketed ...