--- title: Real Estate and Trust Deed Investment Blog | Trust Deed Capital | Renting Strategy (2) description: Renting Strategy | California Real Estate news and trends related to trust deed investments and private money loans. Trust Deed Capital, Inc. is a private money lender. (2) --- [![Trust Deed Capital](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hs-fs/file-16494019-png/images/trust-deed-capital-logo.png "Trust Deed Capital")](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/) CALL 1 (888) 563-5588 Search ![Hard Money Lender Investors](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hs-fs/images/blog.png) ## [The Pros and Cons of Including Utilities With Rent](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-including-utilities-with-rent) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Jun 19, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/SJC3.png) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-including-utilities-with-rent) One of the questions a new [landlord](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/146581/How-to-Manage-Your-Real-Estate-Investment-Property) must ask themselves is whether they should include utilities with the rent. There are a number of things to consider: [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-including-utilities-with-rent) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-including-utilities-with-rent#comments-listing) ## [4 Important Items You Can Negotiate When Making a Real Estate Deal](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-important-items-you-can-negotiate-when-making-a-real-estate-deal) Posted by [Matt Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/matt-meyer) on Tue, Jun 12, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Young%20couple%20signing%20financial%20contrat%20on%20digital%20tablet.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-important-items-you-can-negotiate-when-making-a-real-estate-deal) When you're [buying property](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/139969/5-Considerations-When-Buying-Investment-Property), especially property you want to fix and flip or fix up and rent out, you want to be sure that you're getting the best deal possible. As you sit down to negotiate before writing up that important contract, there are several points to consider--and it's not just about the final price of the property. All of these details are open to negotiation when you're making a real estate deal. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-important-items-you-can-negotiate-when-making-a-real-estate-deal) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-important-items-you-can-negotiate-when-making-a-real-estate-deal#comments-listing) ## [4 Reasons You Don't Need to See a House Before Buying to Rent](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-reasons-you-dont-need-to-see-a-house-before-buying-to-rent) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Jun 05, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Victorian%20houses%20in%20San%20Francisco%2c%20California..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-reasons-you-dont-need-to-see-a-house-before-buying-to-rent) Buying a house to rent out is a [big decision](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/will-people-buy-or-rent-in-2018). You want to make sure that you have the right property for your renters: one that will attract high-quality renters who stick with the property, pay their rent on time, and other key details. That doesn't mean, however, that you need to take a walk through every property before you decide to buy--especially if you're buying in a geographic area removed from the one where you live. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-reasons-you-dont-need-to-see-a-house-before-buying-to-rent) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-reasons-you-dont-need-to-see-a-house-before-buying-to-rent#comments-listing) ## [Four Tips to Renting a Property Without a Property Manager](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/four-tips-to-renting-a-property-without-a-property-manager) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Mar 27, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Los%20Angeles%2c%20California%2c%20USA%20downtown%20cityscape..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/four-tips-to-renting-a-property-without-a-property-manager) Owning an investment real estate property can be a great investment option as it will help you to earn interim cash flow and long-term equity through value appreciation. In order to maximize your [return on investment](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/142981/Hard-Money-Loans-and-Getting-the-Best-Return-on-Investment), it is very important that you are able to keep your property occupied. While many investment property owners choose to hire a property manager to lease the property, the leasing commissions can be very expensive and can cut into cash flow. Fortunately, there are four tips that you can follow to keep your property occupied without the use of a property manager. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/four-tips-to-renting-a-property-without-a-property-manager) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/four-tips-to-renting-a-property-without-a-property-manager#comments-listing) ## [Superhost: How to Ensure Your Investment Rental Property Gets 5 Stars on AirBnB](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/superhost-how-to-ensure-your-investment-rental-property-gets-5-stars-on-airbnb) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Feb 13, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Victorian%20houses%20in%20San%20Francisco%2c%20California..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/superhost-how-to-ensure-your-investment-rental-property-gets-5-stars-on-airbnb) Having a good reputation as a "superhost" on [AirBnB](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-financing-a-vrbo-or-airbnb-vacation-rental) is essential. When it comes to how to ensure your investment rental property gets 5 stars on AirBnB, it's all about planning ahead. Make sure you hire a professional cleaning service or do a thorough job of cleaning the AirBnB rental. Establish rapport with guests during the first interaction. Also, understand how guests rate hosts. The criteria used for reviews include the following: overall experience, accuracy, cleanliness, communication, check-in, location and value. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/superhost-how-to-ensure-your-investment-rental-property-gets-5-stars-on-airbnb) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/superhost-how-to-ensure-your-investment-rental-property-gets-5-stars-on-airbnb#comments-listing) ## [Will People Buy or Rent in 2018?](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/will-people-buy-or-rent-in-2018) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Feb 06, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![ best return on investment](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/ca-trust-deed-investment-company.jpg?width=376&name=ca-trust-deed-investment-company.jpg " best return on investment")The takeaway [from this February 2017 article](http://www.laweekly.com/news/does-it-make-more-sense-to-rent-or-buy-a-home-in-la-7884886) is that the West Coast is not a great place for buying a home, the reason being galloping prices. Even if the rate of increase slows somewhat, other factors are at play in determining whether renting or buying will dominate in 2018. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/will-people-buy-or-rent-in-2018) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/will-people-buy-or-rent-in-2018#comments-listing) ## [Should you be Renting your California investment property on AirBNB?](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-be-renting-your-california-investment-property-on-airbnb) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Jan 09, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Los%20Angeles%2c%20California%2c%20USA%20downtown%20cityscape..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-be-renting-your-california-investment-property-on-airbnb) Traditionally, those that have purchased [investment real estate](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/142464/How-To-Evaluate-Your-Real-Estate-Investments) in California have done very well with their Investments. While property values and rental rates continue to rise, there are now other ways to make money with your property. One great option to consider would be to use your investment property and rent it out on AirBNB. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-be-renting-your-california-investment-property-on-airbnb) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-be-renting-your-california-investment-property-on-airbnb#comments-listing) ## [To Find the Best Renters for Your Investment Property, Ask These 6 Questions](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/to-find-the-best-renters-for-your-investment-property-ask-these-6-questions) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Nov 28, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/bridge-loans-california.jpg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/to-find-the-best-renters-for-your-investment-property-ask-these-6-questions) When you purchase and fix up a [rental property](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term), you expect a reasonable return on your investment. That means filling your rental units and finding renters who will pay their monthly rent regularly and on time. That can be a challenge, but you can simplify the process if you ask the right questions before they sign on the dotted line. Here are 6 questions you should ask renters before they move in: [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/to-find-the-best-renters-for-your-investment-property-ask-these-6-questions) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/to-find-the-best-renters-for-your-investment-property-ask-these-6-questions#comments-listing) ## [Buy and Hold: How to Make Sure Tenants Pay Rent on Time](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/buy-and-hold-how-to-make-sure-tenants-pay-rent-on-time) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Wed, Sep 13, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/california-hard-money-loan-broker-1.jpg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/buy-and-hold-how-to-make-sure-tenants-pay-rent-on-time) When you purchase a house or other property to [rent out](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term), you're often reliant on the tenants to make sure that the bills get paid on time. Their rent may take care of the mortgage, provide money for repairs to the property, and help increase your available savings so that you have the money for other projects in your arsenal. Unfortunately, if your tenants don't pay their rent on time, that means you won't have the funds you need! Learning how to make sure tenants pay their rent on time is an important part of being a landlord. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/buy-and-hold-how-to-make-sure-tenants-pay-rent-on-time) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/buy-and-hold-how-to-make-sure-tenants-pay-rent-on-time#comments-listing) ## [Should You Rent Your Investment Property Short-Term?](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Wed, Jul 05, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Young%20couple%20signing%20financial%20contrat%20on%20digital%20tablet.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term) Purchasing a [fix and flip](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-avoid-sounding-like-its-your-first-fix-and-flip-even-if-it-is) property is often a long-term investment. You'll have your capital tied up in the house for quite some time. Sometimes, when the work is done, you're faced with a problem: you've got the property fixed up, ready to sell, but it's sitting on the market without selling. In other cases, you might have watched the market shift in your area so that you can't make as much on the property as you initially thought. If you encounter a problem, is it worth renting your investment property short-term? Asking yourself a few key questions will help make this determination. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-rent-your-investment-property-short-term#comments-listing) [Previous](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/topic/renting-strategy/page/1) [All posts](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/all) ### Have Questions? 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