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- Install built-in bookcases into any wall.
- Frame a doorway or window with two tall, narrow shelves.
- Add nooks in corners too small to have another practical use.
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts can also mount floating shelves along the sides of most staircases. Or, if the space along the side of the staircase is big enough, transform it into an office space. The easiest way to achieve this is by investing in a floating desk or a bench that doubles as a credenza.
Then, enter the kitchen. Cabinet space can extend all the way to the ceiling, including door frames or window frames. If that feels cluttered, kitchen islands with cabinets or cubbies underneath may be a less obtrusive alternative. Or, build a shallow drawer beneath cabinets in lieu of a baseboard.
Drawers and cabinets are a hit in bathrooms too. Smaller bathrooms may benefit from a toilet storage unit. Tenants can store their toiletries in easy-to-reach places and still have reasonable space to move around in the shower and sink areas. Mounting a floating shelf also achieves the same results. Medicine cabinets with mirrors are common in many households, whether small or large.
But in a smaller bathroom, making sure the mirror has a medicine cabinet avoids taking up too much wall space for both—and a secure area to place smaller items. Additionally, instead of a freestanding sink, opt for a sink that has a cabinet as a base.
Moving from the bathroom to the bedroom, fashionista tenants will certainly care about closet space. A spacious closet is a huge selling point. Even if a closet lacks square footage, simply installing two or more bars will give them additional places to hang clothing. Shelving can also be placed at the top of the closet above the hanger area. Cubby spaces underneath can be used to stow away shoes, bags and other accessories.
Regardless of how much (or how little) room a property has, any space can feel like home if it is designed properly. With small spaces, that may require a bit more creativity. But tenants may find they don’t need a massive-sized rental to be happy, as long as each square foot serves a purpose.
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Tips and Tricks to Handle Windowless Bathrooms
Residents may experience common problems in their windowless bathrooms. The usual challenges include poor lighting, mold, mildew, dampness, smells, peeling paint and bubbling wallpaper. Excess moisture and poor ventilation are the main causes of these issues, the results of which can lead to health issues and costly repairs. Use these tips and tricks to resolve them all.
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The Ins and Outs of Working with Investors
While tenants of rental properties focus on factors such as property quality, location and monthly rent, investors may focus on one overarching factor: return on investment. Here’s what Realtors need to know about how investors generally decide whether they want to invest in rentals.
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Rental Inspections: Don’t Wait Until Move-Outs Only
Move-in/move-out inspection and periodic inspections are important aspects of managing a rental property. By better understanding what to look for during inspections and how often to schedule them, it is possible for landlords to avoid common mistakes.
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Creating a Go-To Contractor List
Agreeing to a contractual relationship, such as a service maintenance agreement, with a vendor could significantly speed up any frantic searches—especially during emergencies and late-night hours.
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Navigating Out-of-State Rental Properties
Today’s housing market is a bit of a seesaw. In 2022, the Federal Reserve hiked its benchmark interest rate six times. Higher interest rates mean loans are more expensive for consumers. But no matter what happens with inflation, people need a place to live. This is leading property owners to look for a means of disposable income. And sometimes the real estate investor may choose a property from another state.
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Repairs: Who Pays for What?
For a landlord, a rental property is an uphill battle against mishaps, calamities, the hands of time and sometimes nature itself. To guard their investment, property owners must plan ahead, maneuver tactfully and sometimes be prepared to cut their losses.
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Can Pet-Friendly Homes Bring Better Tenants?
“Do you have a pet-friendly policy?” It’s a common question that landlords receive before attempting to rent a single-family home.
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Tenant Modifications That Make a Happy Home
Although some modifications cannot be considered such as replacing all the flooring or repainting the entire home, allowing minor modifications helps tenants feel like a rental property is indeed “home."
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Rekey for Tenant Safety
Each state will exhibit different property code requirements for rekeying rentals. This is partially due to the demographics and population needs of individual landlords and tenants.
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How To Protect Yourself From Marginal Applicants
Property managers and landlords are often faced with uncomfortable choices: to rent to the well-meaning but credit-challenged tenants or wait until the ideal candidates pop up.
