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Unemployment Rate Remains Unchanged in March compared to February
March Unemployment Report from Bureau of Labor Statistics According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment increased by
Ep. 56 These 5 Phrases Should Trigger Every Landlord
Just like the rest of the world, landlords have a set of words or phrases that should make them pay more attention to what their

Umbrella & Excess Liability for Investment Properties
Understanding Umbrella and Excess Policies Umbrella and Excess policies both extend the limits of a primary liability coverage, and while these terms are often used

Room for Opportunity: Is Renting by the Room for You?
Fads come and go, but one that is currently gaining traction is turning traditional investment properties into room-by-room rentals. Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses

Ep. 22 Make Yourself Your Tenant’s Priority and Get Your Rent!
Rent Perfect’s very own Heather Johnson and David Pickron discuss why doing monthly inspections on your rental properties is more important than ever. Timely tips

Standard Exclusions on Investment Property Policies
Understanding Insurance Exclusions Exclusions play a significant role in defining the boundaries of your insurance coverage as they outline what is not covered by your
Apartment List’s latest National Rent Report for April 2025 reveals the current trends in rental prices across the country.
Apartment List National Rent Report for April 2025 According to Apartment List’s National Rent Report for April 2025, national median rent increased 0.6% to $1,384
Trends in Generational Home Buying and Selling in 2025
NAR Reports Baby Boomers as Largest Share of Home Buyers The NAR says in a shift that underscores changing dynamics in the housing market, baby

The number one reason most new investors never close a deal and how to fix it
You have studied. You have watched the videos. You have maybe even made offers, but you still haven’t closed a deal. Here is why: Most

Short-Term Rental Tax Strategies: Maximize Profits in 2024
Short-term rental properties can be a lucrative way to build wealth and earn passive income. But navigating the tax landscape can feel like traversing a
Artificial intelligence technology for real estate agents
🚨 The Real Estate Industry Is Changing—Are You Ready to Lead or Be Left Behind? Imagine freeing up hours every week, attracting more clients, closing

Rocket acquires Redfin in a $1.75 billion agreement
CNBC Reports Rocket Companies Acquisition of Redfin CNBC is reporting that Rocket Companies is acquiring Redfin in an all-stock deal worth $1.75 billion. The deal

2024: A Year of Extreme Weather Across the U.S.
A Year of Weather Extremes: Recap of 2024 The year 2024 brought an array of weather extremes across the United States, marking one of the

Ep. 77 Stop and Listen Closely Before Accepting Prepaid Rent
Sometimes tenants have fallen into hard times; they have the money to pay the rent, but don’t qualify for your property. If they offer to
Service Dog or ESA? Untangling the Landlord’s Biggest Pet Headache
In this eye-opening episode of the Rent Perfect Podcast, hosts David Pickron and Scot Aubrey tackle one of the hottest (and most frustrating) landlord topics—emotional