Is Jacksonville, Florida Landlord Friendly? The Laws That Matter
By Blakely Hughes Thursday, November 7, 2024
Navigating the rental property landscape in Jacksonville, Florida, can be a rewarding pursuit for landlords and investors.Jacksonville attracts more residents yearly because of its vibrant culture, growing economy, and beautiful coastlines. That growing popularity makes it a prim...
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Jacksonville Rentals: 3 Common Eviction Causes Explained
By Blakely Hughes Monday, October 28, 2024
Evictions can be stressful and costly for landlords and tenants, often resulting in legal issues and empty properties. While they are a last resort, many landlords in Jacksonville have faced this reality, with nearly 50,000 eviction filings since March 2000, according to Evi...
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3 Tips for Efficient Rent Collection for Jacksonville Landlords
By Blakely Hughes Monday, October 21, 2024
In the bustling city of Jacksonville, ranked as the 67th priciest city in the US, landlords face unique challenges regarding rent collection. According to Apartment List's rent report, the average two-bedroom apartment rents for $1,326, so ensuring timely rent payments is cru...
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3 Benefits of Pets in Jacksonville Rental Properties
By Blakely Hughes Monday, October 14, 2024
According to the AMVA, in 2022, a staggering 62 million households in the US owned a dog, while 37 million cherished the companionship of a cat.For countless individuals and families, sharing life with a furry friend is more than just a choice - it's an enriching experience t...
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Top 3 Reasons for Tenant Criminal Background Checks in Jacksonville, FL
By Blakely Hughes Monday, October 7, 2024
Property crime in the US is much more prevalent than violent crime. According to the FBI, in 2022, 1954.4 property crimes were reported per 100,000 people, compared with 380.7 violent crimes.As a property owner in Jacksonville, FL, ensuring the security of your investment is para...
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Which Up-And-Coming Jacksonville Neighborhoods Should You Be Investing in Now?
By Blakely Hughes Saturday, September 28, 2024
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Jacksonville, FL, is now the nation's tenth-largest city. It also ranked fourth among cities with the most population gain from July 2022 to July 2023. In 2023 alone, over 14,000 people moved to Jax, pushing its population to nearly one mi...
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How to Calculate Prorated Rent: A Guide for Jacksonville Landlords
By Blakely Hughes Saturday, September 21, 2024
As a landlord in Jacksonville, handling rent calculations for tenants who move in or out partway through a month can seem challenging--but it doesn't have to be.Prorated rent is a fair method that ensures tenants pay only for the time they actually occupy the rental property....
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Efficient Owner Statements and Reporting to Boost Your Rental Business
By Blakely Hughes Saturday, September 14, 2024
According to the NARPM, the average property management company operates with an adjusted profit margin of 6%. However, the top performers in the industry achieve profit margins as high as 25%. This, says the NARPM, is largely thanks to good financial management practices.You mig...
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Effective Maintenance Coordination for Landlords: Best Practices
By Blakely Hughes Saturday, September 7, 2024
A research team from USA TODAY Homefront found the average homeowner spends $5,775 in maintenance per year. 54% of those surveyed spent more than they planned. 28% had to go deeper into debt.Almost 75% had home maintenance regrets. 1/3 regretted not knowing how to make repai...
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Mastering Rental Property Management: Essential Tips for Landlords
By Blakely Hughes Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Renters make up roughly 43% of our population here in Jacksonville, FL. Though this is below the national average, it still leaves Jacksonville investors with a large pool of renters to market to.New landlords will quickly discover that managing a property involves far more than ...
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