Budgeting, like dieting, has very simple fundamentals. Dollars (or calories) in, minus dollars (or calories) out. And yet. I believe that budgeting is not a math problem, but rather a behavior problem (also like dieting). No one is in debt because they don’t know how to add or subtract. They’re in…

Like most property management companies in our area, we don’t have a stable of permanent contractors that work for us. What we do is deal with a relatively short list of contractors with whom we’ve established relatively mutual trust. Over time, we’ve learned the hard way that nothing is ever 100…

In 2010, I had an epiphany. That lightbulb moment led to us adding more than 4,000 new construction doors to our property management company in one market over the next eight years. As many of you can attest, 2010 was a rather dismal year in the overall economy as well as the housing market. And…

Secluded, yet just minutes from downtown Manhattan, this home in Greenwich, CT, was once the vacation retreat of President Donald Trump 's longtime mentor and lawyer, Roy Cohn . Now, many years after Cohn's death, the property is back on the market, listed for $5.4 million. The 6,500-square-foot,…

As much as has been written on this blog about investment properties and house hacking, there seems to still be a lot of confusion in regards to which asset class best fits in people’s lives. I see this question discussed on the forums quite a lot. With this in mind, I am going to try to identify…

Welcome to another spring, the season of fresh hope and naiveté. Right now, countless gardeners from coast to coast are eagerly awaiting the first tender peas and greens from their vegetable gardens. Nothing beats the pure flavors of your own home-grown food. Right ? I’m not here to dispute that, or…

May 11, 2018 by Emily Hassett Next week, the Updater team will be helping property management companies across Atlanta make all of their residents’ moving wishes come true at the 2018 Atlanta Apartment Association Trade Show on May 16th. The Atlanta Apartment Association was founded in 1975 as the…

May 10, 2018 by Sara Sugar As a top-performing real estate agent at RE/MAX Results and Founder of The MOVE Group real estate team, Joe Mueller knows what it takes to deliver an outstanding experience for his clients. We caught up with Joe to chat with him about how Updater eases the stress of moving…

Prospective buyers love walking into a beautifully renovated home—but it’s tough to get people in the door to see stunning interior improvements if they’re turned off by what they see outside. That’s why community associations should never underestimate the importance of curb appeal. Spring is a…

At 11,323 square feet, this Greek Revival mansion in Dallas is Texas-sized indeed. It once belonged to Rita Crocker Clements , a former first lady of Texas who championed historic preservation in her home state and spearheaded the renovation of the governor's mansion. And while the four-bedroom…

Jacksonville is considered a key seaport with an estimated population of 900,000 residents. Making it Florida’s most populated city and the most populated city in the entire southeastern section of the U.S. To assist the residents who will be moving soon, here is the average cost to move locally in…

Tips for Making a Long Distance or International Move Looking for a new place to live or a new location for your business ? Making such a big decision can make for a tall order, as you’ll have to move yourself and your things (and more if you’re looking into a commercial relocation plan) from one…

According to Us Weekly , newly engaged "Bachelor" couple Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Lauren Burnham have purchased a cute ranch home in Phoenix. After an exhaustive search for a home, the couple settled on a new construction in a hip neighborhood for $870,000. After their jaw-dropping engagement on the…

On a Mission to Support Our Customers’ Success Buildium exists to make property managers’ lives easier. For the last 14 years, we’ve worked hand-in-hand with our customers in both the rental management and association management markets to create the easiest-to-use software in the industry. We’re…

Amenities catered to work-from-home residents are on the rise in the multifamily industry. As the number of residents who work remotely increases, properties have begun focusing on supporting their everyday needs. Amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi lounges, inviting tables and chairs for gatherings…

What? What? What? Did you just say you are under contract and getting ready to move? Ummm, home ownership and stepping up in life are definitely fun. But moving most certainly is not. Moving is like paying tons of money and ruining your entire weekend (and likely that of a few other people who are…

Patience really paid off for "The Young and the Restless" star Joshua Morrow . The soap star finally bought his dream home in the prestigious Lake Sherwood area of Thousand Oaks, CA, at a discounted price. The traditional-style luxury home was initially listed for $3.8 million in August. The price…

It’s getting to be that time of year again when for-sale signs start cropping up on every corner. Conventional wisdom has long held that spring and summer are the best seasons for selling homes . But new analysis from ATTOM Data Solutions —which looked at 14.7 million home sales between 2011 and…

Sweet new apartment? Check. Deposit paid? Check. Panicked look at all the stuff that somehow accumulated in your closet? Yikes . What do you really need to take care of when moving out of your apartment anyway? We’ve created a comprehensive list of all the tasks you need to check off the list —…

If your basement floods or water pools on your patio, installing a French drain is one inexpensive way to solve the problem. It's easy to assume that French drains come from France. Au contraire! They're actually a 19th-century creation made popular by Henry French , a Massachusetts man who was a…

It’s not about how much you make. It’s about how much you keep. If you’ve read my past posts, you know I’m an advocate of expanding one’s income through multiple income streams. You’ve probably even seen me battle with Scott Trench on the concept and value of frugality. Will avoiding your morning…

I used to be a strict pet-free landlord. I followed the same logic any investor might when deciding if my renters would be allowed to keep pets: Pets cause damage. They increased wear and tear, which could negatively affect my bottom line. Therefore, I simply would not allow pets at my properties.…

Next time you're drooling over a luxury home listing, ask yourself this: Does it come with a custom Zamboni? If not, skip it, because it is not as awesome as this house . Owned by former Colorado Avalanche forward Milan Hejduk , this six-bedroom, five-bathroom mansion in Parker, CO, has all the…

I used to think that I knew what nightmares were. Then I became a landlord. I’ve seen so many types of nightmares since I began this landlording journey, things I did not even know could exist. I’ve seen mold so thick it even covered the spider webs. I have seen rotten floor joists holding up tubs…

Each year, DMN — a leading provider of marketing news and content — names a group of extraordinary marketers to their DMN Marketing Hall of Femme . This group of fiercely talented women hold the most senior marketing positions at their brands, non-profits, and agencies and are the best at what they…

If you’re planning on moving to Birmingham, Alabama and renting an apartment there, your best bet at finding an apartment that suits your tastes and needs is to do a little preliminary research. Narrow down your search — are you looking for rental properties in Southside, Birmingham, Brownville,…

An infamous yet glamorous slice of American history is now up for sale. The former waterfront mansion of Al Capone , which has been meticulously restored, is on the market for $14.9 million. The price doesn't seem like a steal, but it's located on a lush lot on guard-gated Palm Island, overlooking…

It used to be that you put a “For Rent” sign on the front lawn and hoped for the best; and posting an ad in the local paper was the most efficient way to spread the word about a vacant unit. Today, the options are endless, and it’s the easiest it’s ever been to promote rental listings for free.…

Leonardo DiCaprio isn't just famed for playing the leading man in blockbuster movies and dating a seemingly endless parade of beautiful women. He's also racked up quite a wild ’n’ crazy history with luxury real estate. Over the years, he's amassed a portfolio of high-end properties that would make a…

Over the past year, my partner and I have completely shifted from purchasing single-family rental homes to multifamily apartments. It’s a move I know many others are considering. So, what’s involved? How do you make the change successfully? There are many reasons residential real estate investors…

There’s a good reason why the home moving process is almost always described as stressful and expensive, and that reason is that it actually is stressful and expensive. While that combination is not very promising for anyone who’s getting ready to move out, the good news – understand the light at…

For a guy who made his name as the hard-nosed coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bill Cowher's taste in real estate is incredibly refined. The Super Bowl champ is selling his stylish home in Charlotte, NC , for $2.4 million. From its refined interiors to the immaculately manicured lawns, the property…

The Ultimate Guide to Moving from NYC to LA Moving from the shadow ridden, gust filled streets of New York to the airy, sun filled avenues of LA is almost a no-brainer for many residents of the Big Apple come the first gray day of winter. After all, everything people love about NYC—the…

Just weeks after international DJ/photographer/writer/environmental activist Moby put his Los Angeles mansion up for sale , he found a buyer—fellow entertainer and environmentalist Leonardo DiCaprio , public records show. DiCaprio, 43, and Moby, 52, are good friends: DiCaprio was spotted eating at…

This is the fourth article in the Warren Buffett Real Estate Mentoring series. John Jacobus , Bryan Taylor, and I plan to turn this series into a book in 2019, and BiggerPockets readers are getting an early peek at some of its contents. Warren Buffett famously said, “A truly great business must have…

You’re not alone in the pursuit of getting the most affordable movers possible. Many people shop around for quotes, closely examine packages and options, and rejoice when they find that “magic quote” that is remarkably lower than the others. Unfortunately? If it seems too good to be true, it…

What's the best stove for your home? With so many options on the market these days it can be hard to pick. In addition to the old stand-bys, electric and gas, there are new-fangled ones like induction stoves and even something called "dual fuel." But rest assured, there are clear pros and cons to…

Imagine, for a moment, if there were no more reaching across the fence to swipe a lemon (or three) from your neighbor's tree. A world where you can skip the sneaky thieving, and sweeten up your own landscape with a flourish of fruit trees—your own mini-orchard that will have the neighbors swooning.…

Door to Door Podcast Podcast 1 in 3 property managers stay up-to-date on industry news via word of mouth ; and when they’re facing a new challenge, 3 in 4 property managers turn to other property managers for advice . Stories are at the heart of the property management business. That’s why the Door…