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The Nevada state legislature passed SB151 this season and it was signed by the governor. It took effect July 1, 2019. Here is a summary of the changes to Nevada landlord-tenant law: The notice period extends from 5 days to 7 judicial days. We must hire a licensed process server, Constable, or attorney to post…

Understanding which repairs are your responsibility as a landlord and which can be handled by the tenant can be tricky. You are obligated to ensure that the property is habitable. One sign that you should be the one to take care of it is when addressing an issue themselves could cause a safety issue for…

One of the most important things to consider when investing in rental homes, is whether to upgrade, and how much. Many sources will mention things like “re-positioning” or “value adds” to maximize the rental value. However, it is important to not go crazy with this! And really, what does “re-positioning” actually mean in real estate?…

When getting your home ready for rent or sale or when appraising its value, you may have to dig deep to catch one major problem: foundation troubles. Although foundation problems can be hidden in their early stages, not paying attention to them can leave you at risk for a home that may eventually have trouble…

One of the most important things that landlords look for in a good property manager, is how fast they can get a tenant! Extended vacancy time costs money. Minimizing that helps investors maximize ROI for their rental properties. Conversation with an out of state peer prompted me to run some numbers, to see how Strawberry…

Due to changes in credit reporting rules, civil judgements like landlord debt and evictions are no longer included on credit reports. I have been checking local court websites for these things since I first started managing rentals (for entirely different reasons). I noticed some years ago that often I found judgments that didn’t show up…

Once you’ve reached a level of financial security that allows you to fulfill your daily needs and most of your wants, it may be time to purchase an investment property. Investment properties can provide you additional income through renovation and resale or as a lease property. Even if you don’t use the property for investment…

Yet another Nevada tenant law change is on the table, which would greatly increase the risk and cost of owning rentals in Nevada. This will hurt the people the bill aims to protect, and will hurt the Nevada economy. SB256 would require: No refusal of rental applicants based on the tenant receiving government benefits (like…

Attracting and retaining tenants are key to maintaining the competitive edge of your property and boosting your curbside appeal. Renters not only look for adequate housing, they seek out rental properties that come with convenient amenities. Parking The accessibility of parking spaces is an important feature that tenants look for when deciding to rent a…