Sharlene Mulchandani's (sharlene_innago) Blog

The way people communicate is constantly changing, especially in 2017, when there are constant distractions.  Your tenants may sign their lease with the best of intentions, but too often they begin shirking responsibilities: rent starts to comes in late, late fees aren’t being submitted, minor ma...

Can I Use Social Media to Screen my Tenants?It’s no secret people love social media. Posting, retweeting, and keeping up with friends and celebrities has become a part of the daily routine for many. In fact, 7 out of every 10 Americans use social media to connect with others, engage with news con...

Although many might think the average renter is a college student or someone knocking on their thirties, the reality is that all sorts of age groups and demographics are renting in America today. In fact, the percentage of total renters that fall into the older demographic is increasing – in 2016...

This is the second of a two-part series intended to help you implement preventative maintenance measures. If you missed part one, be sure to go back and check out!4. Improvements For the Most Used Room In Your Rental Property: The KitchenMaking the kitchen resistant to wear and tear is very impor...

Let’s face it:Constant maintenance on your rental properties can cost you a lot of time and money. If you’re like most small to mid-sized landlords, owning rental properties is more of a part-time job. That being said, converting your properties to low-maintenance while keeping them comfortable, ...

Any seasoned landlord knows the importance of an air-tight lease agreement.  For some, that means paragraph after paragraph detailing every imaginable scenario and conflict.  For others, it’s just a couple of pages.  Neither approach is necessarily better than the other.  In fact (and this should...

Understanding your renter is one of the most effective ways to become the best landlord possible. When you know your demographic, you’re better able to cater to your tenants’ wants and needs and will be better prepared for the challenges that demographic may present.If you are investing in rental...

We’re all familiar with conflicts between tenants and landlords, and you no doubt have quite a few stories under your belt, but what should you do when there’s one between your tenants? Tenant conflicts of this sort can be difficult – perhaps the most common being noise complaints. You must tread...

So you’re a landlord with a good amount of vacant units and you’re faced with a tough decision, how do I fill them? You have a few options: place an ad online, contact your current tenants and see if they have any friends looking for a place, or… hire a broker or leasing agent to find a renter fo...

Choosing to manage rental property into retirement a decade ago was not as possible as it is today. Not only is it feasible, but it can also be an extremely smart and lucrative way to invest your money. Over half of the population wants to relocate in their retirement years. This could easily kee...