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Reasons to Serve an Eviction Notice | Champaign-Urbana Landlord Advice
Every Champaign-Urbana landlord dreads the possibility of having to evict a tenant. It’s one of the reasons the tenant screening process is so important. You want to make sure you’re placing a well-qualified resident with a history of paying rent on time and taking care of properties.
The Risks of Leaving Your Champaign-Urbana Rental Property Vacant
Leaving a rental property vacant is a big risk for investors. Not only is it expensive, it also leaves you open to vandalism, theft, and squatting. There’s also the risk of unreported maintenance issues. When tenants are living in your property, they’re quick to notice leaks, electric issues, and other potential problems. With no one … Read more
Everything You Need to Know About Landlord and Renters Insurance | Champaign-Urbana Property Management
Insuring your investment property is a critical component in keeping it protected. The right insurance will also protect your own financial interests. Investing in Champaign-Urbana rental real estate can be an excellent opportunity, but it also comes with a lot of risk and a lot of liability. Both a landlord insurance policy and a renter … Read more
Allowing Service Animals vs. Pets in Your Champaign Urbana Rental Property
Dogs are pets except when they’re service animals. Cats are pets except when they’re emotional support animals or therapy animals. If you’re renting out a property in the Champaign-Urbana rental market or anywhere in the U.S., it’s important to understand the housing laws that protect people with disabilities. It’s easy to make an expensive … Read more
Housing Advice for the Parents of Students Living in UIUC Campus Housing
When you have a student leaving home to attend the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, you’re probably sorting through a lot of emotions, fears, and expectations. It’s a big deal for you and your child, and Ramshaw Real Estate is here to help you navigate the campus housing process. We know what it’s like … Read more
Increase the Value of a Champaign-Urbana Commercial Property with Proper Renovations
Increasing the value of your Champaign-Urbana commercial rental property with renovations and upgrades will obviously earn you more money. A property that’s well-maintained and modern will bring in more rent. You’ll have an easier time attracting and retaining long-term tenants, and later on in your investment process, you’ll think about selling. When you do, you’ll … Read more
How to Successfully Advertise Your Champaign-Urbana Investment Property
The way you advertise and market your rental property has a big impact on your success as a landlord and investor. Good marketing means lower vacancy rates, which leads to higher returns and more immediate income. The way you advertise your rental home in Champaign-Urbana also affects the types of tenants you’re attracting. When … Read more
How to Screen Potential Tenants | Expertise from Champaign-Urbana Property Managers
When you’re preparing to rent out your Champaign-Urbana investment property, you’re likely thinking about the tenants who will occupy it. You want a tenant who will pay the rent on time every month. You also want someone who respects the lease agreement and meets expectations. Other qualities in a great potential tenant include open communication … Read more
Noah Ruggieri Awarded CCIM Designation Aug. 20th in Charlotte, NC
Ruggieri among 113 individuals who earned commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement. Tolono, IL August 26, 2020 – Noah Ruggieri, CCIM of SVN-Ramshaw Real Estate Champaign, IL, recently received the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation by the CCIM Institute. The designation was awarded during this year’s special summer CCIM Comprehensive Exam testing … Read more