Ashley Kehr, Author at Boston Real Estate Investors Association

Screening Smarter: How Proactive Tenant Vetting Outperforms Reactive Evictions

Let’s be honest—every landlord has made at least one rookie mistake. For many, that mistake starts with a rushed tenant placement. Maybe the applicant seemed friendly. Maybe they promised to pay cash. Or maybe you were just tired of your unit sitting vacant and thought, “Let’s just get someone in.” Fast forward three months: the […]

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The Pros and Cons of Inheriting Tenants (And How to Protect Yourself)

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In This Article You finally find the perfect property—good price, solid neighborhood, promising numbers—and then you see the fine print: tenants in place. Depending on your experience level (and maybe your stress tolerance), this either feels like a total win—or a giant red flag. Inheriting tenants can be one of the most overlooked parts of

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How to Keep Investing in Real Estate—Even When the Market Feels Stacked Against You

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In This Article It’s a question a lot of people are asking right now—and honestly, it’s a fair one. Interest rates are still high, home prices haven’t come down the way many hoped, and trying to find a cash-flowing deal in today’s market feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. For both new

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Preventative Maintenance vs. Reactive Maintenance: What Rookie Landlords Need to Know

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In This Article When you’re managing rental properties, maintenance isn’t optional—it’s inevitable. But how you handle it can mean the difference between protecting your investment and constantly putting out fires. If you’re new to landlording, there are two basic approaches to maintenance: preventative and reactive. Spoiler alert: One of them saves you more time, money,

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Real Estate is STILL a Great Investment—But Avoid Doing These Four Things

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In This Article Let’s be honest: 2025 hasn’t exactly felt like the golden age of real estate investing. Mortgage rates are high, property prices are stubborn, and every headline seems to question whether now is a good time to buy. If you’re a new investor, it’s easy to feel stuck. You might be wondering, “Did

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AI Agents Are Changing the Game for Real Estate Investors in 2025

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In This Article If you’re serious about growing your business, the answer isn’t to work more hours—it’s to work smarter. And that starts with putting systems in place that can take care of the repetitive stuff so you can focus on what actually moves the needle. Here’s the truth: If you’re not using artificial intelligence

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Do You Need an LLC as a Real Estate Investor?

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In This Article Some of the most common questions rookie investors ask—especially in places like the BiggerPockets forums—are: Do I need an LLC? Do I need an LLC to collect rent? Do I need an LLC for liability protection or tax benefits? The short answer? It depends. Today, I’m breaking down the key questions you

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Realbricks Review: Is Fractional Real Estate Worth It?

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In This Article Let’s be real: Getting started in real estate right now isn’t as simple as it used to be. Interest rates are up, the numbers don’t add up to cash flow, and good deals seem to get scooped up before you even have time to run the numbers. For rookie investors trying to

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Think You’re Playing it Safe? Why Stability Should Be Your Real Focus in 2025

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In This Article If you want to invest but feel overwhelmed by the risks, you’re not alone. The market feels uncertain, the headlines are dramatic, and the last thing you want is to lose money on your first move. But here’s the truth: Not all investing is high-stakes, stable, or high-stress. In 2025, there are

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A Housing Statistic You Can't Ignore

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In This Article The U.S. housing market just hit a milestone. In April 2025, existing home sales dropped to their lowest level during this time of year since 2009, with just 4 million homes sold on a seasonally adjusted annual basis. That’s a 0.5% decline from March and a 2% drop year over year. While

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