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Craigslist Rental Scam Targeting Texas Renters

When it comes to renting property, you have to be wary of scams. It may sound strange, but there are a lot of people out there that are so intent on bettering their living situations that they easily fall into … Continue reading

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New Rent Program Guarantees Investors 2 Years of Rent

A new program from Texas Investor Homes guarantees two year’s rental income on brand new homes in Texas. This allows real estate investors to now have their rental income guaranteed for two years regardless of occupancy. In addition to that, prices … Continue reading

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HomeAway Beats Analysts’ Estimates

HomeAway Incorporated has some good news for investors and fans as the company has just announced third quarter sales that topped analysts’ estimates as the company expanded to other countries and consumers used property rentals to make money, despite the current economic slump. Continue reading

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More Investors Renting Homes Instead of Reselling Them

An increase in demand from owner-occupant home buyers has forced investors to rent out nearly half of the homes they purchase, as opposed to buying them, renovating them and reselling them to other prospective home owners. Continue reading

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Texas Sees an Increase in North Texan Landlords

If you live in or around North Texas then it is the perfect time to think about becoming a first-time landlord. Don’t believe me? Then just look at the growing number of North Texas residents that are buying homes only to rent them out to other people. Continue reading

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Benefits to Investing in an Austin Rental Property

Although we may still be in an economic slump and the real estate market in most areas is somewhat atrocious, there are still many places across the country where long-term real estate investments can be very beneficial and profitable. Continue reading

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Online Scammers Target Texas Home Renters

It isn’t a surprise that within seconds of hopping on Google a prospective home renter can find everything they need about a potential house, including location, price, pictures, virtual tours etc… However, those exact same tools give online scammers the perfect opportunity to take advantage of consumers like yourself. The Better Business Bureau wants renters to keep a sharp eye out for fake ads on places like Craigslist and other internet services that only have one goal in mind, taking your money. Continue reading

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Houston Sees Increase in Home Rentals

Demand for rental properties in Houston saw a slight increase in May as individuals who lacked either confidence or ability to purchase homes decided to go the way of renting instead. Single-family home rentals increased 19.9% last month according to the Houston Association of Realtors. This increase in rentals, however, came at the expense of home sales, which saw its fourth month decrease in a row. Continue reading

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