Red Wagon Properties

05/18/2025

Every resident—regardless of their race, national origin, disability, or any other protected category—deserves the same level of service and respect when it comes to their home’s upkeep - http://american-apartment-owners-association.org/property-management/why-fair-housing-applies-to-maintenance-too/

Print Friendly When the Fair Housing Act (FHA) comes up, the conversation typically centers around leasing, advertising, or resident interactions. But an often-overlooked aspect is how maintenance services, including unit...

05/15/2025

Landlords should look out for various structural concerns at their rental properties -

Print Friendly As spring emerges, landlords must address common roofing issues post-winter, such as misaligned shingles, blocked gutters, worn membranes, chimney damage, and nesting animals. Timely maintenance and repairs are...

05/14/2025

Here are the 3 best ways to fill vacancies in the market today and how to differentiate your rental property from others -

Here are the 3 best ways to fill vacancies in the market today and how to differentiate your rental property from others.

05/13/2025

Tackle stubborn toilet stains naturally with citric acid—just add warm water, let it sit, and scrub for a sparkling clean! -

I couldn’t believe that this trick actually – truly, completely! – worked.

05/11/2025

One of the biggest mistakes I see landlords make—especially early on—is rushing to fill a vacancy without properly vetting the tenant -

Most investors spend hours analyzing deals, crunching numbers, and calculating returns before they ever close on a property. But ask them how much time

05/09/2025

In today’s shifting real estate landscape, investors increasingly prioritize stability and long-term value -

Print FriendlyIn today’s shifting real estate landscape, investors increasingly prioritize stability and long-term value. One sector that has consistently demonstrated stability is affordable housing — particularly Section 8 properties backed...

05/07/2025

Landlords can take advantage of this hot market while staying organized and stress-free with a few helpful tips -

Peak rental season can be overwhelming in the rental industry, especially if you don’t prep well behind the scenes. These 5 tips can make it stress-free.

05/06/2025

If you don’t want to ruin your clothing, you need to stop this bad habit ASAP - https://www.rd.com/article/laundry-mistake/

05/03/2025

Whether you are a weekend warrior managing a single-family home or you are a property manager with a large portfolio of rental properties, there are ideas everyone can implement in this exterior upgrades roundup -

The warmer seasons of the year are the perfect time to upgrade the exterior of your rental properties. From tips on landscaping planning, outdoor

05/02/2025

Rental scams are on the rise—and they’re more convincing than ever -

Learn how rental scams target tenants with fake listings and stolen info. Discover red flags, real examples, and tips.

05/02/2025

In this article, we’ll help you understand how to calculate the rent-to-income ratio, why it matters to you as a landlord, and what to do if a tenant doesn’t meet the threshold -

Print FriendlyHave you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge...

04/29/2025

Try the “weight rule” for decluttering—remove an item of equal weight for everything new you bring in!

It’s been a game-changer.