Zumper’s National Rent Report – March ’26 – Real Estate Investing Today
Rental information site Zumper recently released their latest monthly National Rent Report for March, 2026. According to their data, median rent for 1-bedroom apartments was $1502 (up 0.2%) and $1880 (up 0.1%) for two-bedrooms. Zumper says that these are the first national monthly rent increases (for both unit types) in nearly a year and signals […]
How to Make More Money with Assisted Living Rentals (Same Property, 6X Rent)
Tired of your rental properties making just $50 or $100 a month? What if you could squeeze several thousand dollars out of the same properties instead? That’s exactly what today’s guest is doing—taking ordinary properties that you’d find on the MLS and turning them into money-making assets with one powerful investing strategy: residential assisted living. […]
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Will Allow Rent and Utility Payments to Influence Credit Scores, Making Rent-to-Own Deals for Tenants More Feasible for Landlords
In This Article The rent-to-own strategy has proven to be a trusted way for investors to sell their properties to tenants at a profit. What’s not usually so trusted in these scenarios is the assurance that your tenants will improve their credit scores enough to qualify for a mortgage and actually be able to buy […]
Inheriting Tenants: How to Raise Rent & Protect Yourself
On one hand, you’re able to start earning rental income on day one. But on the other hand, how do you know you’re inheriting a quality tenant, and how do you go about raising rent? In today’s episode, we share everything you need to know—before and after closing! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! Which Airbnb […]
How Investors Can Safeguard Cash Flow as Nationwide Rent Prices Decline
Rent Prices Are Down Nationwide—Here’s How Investors Can Protect Their Cash Flow in a “Renter-Friendly” Era In recent months, data has shown a noticeable downturn in rent prices across the United States. After years of steady increases, bolstered by an expanding economy and tight housing markets, renters are starting to see some relief. However, this […]
Ep. 99 Are You Asking the Right Question?
Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses the benefit of asking the right question when it comes to how you approach your investments of time and resources. 🏠 The Rent Perfect system helps investors become successful “lazy” landlords by managing efficiently with ease, starting with the initial application and background check, to leases and payment collection. […]
Zumper National Rent Report January 2026: U.S. Rental Price Trends
Zumper has released its January 2026 National Rent Report. The median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment came in at $1,503 (down 0.1% month over month), while 2-bedrooms averaged $1,879 (up 0.2%). The report also ranks the 100 largest metro areas. See the full report at: https://www.zumper.com/rent-research/national-rent-report Zumper CEO Anthemos Georgiades said the rental market remains […]
How I Improved Rent Collection Over the Years for Better Efficiency
Title: The Evolution of My Rent Collection Process: A Journey Through Time Introduction Over the years, managing rental properties has evolved from a simple investment venture into a sophisticated operation requiring attention to detail, effective communication, and strategic management. One of the key components of this transformation has been the evolution of my rent collection […]
Zumper 2025 Annual Rent Report: U.S. Rental Trends | Real Estate Investing Today
Zumper’s Annual Rent Report draws on a year of rental data, economic trends, renter search behavior, surveys, and ongoing input from clients and industry experts to analyze 2025 and preview what may be ahead in 2026. Zumper CEO Anthemos Georgiades noted that the influx of new supply in 2025 was unmistakable. More units meant more […]
Evaluating Lower Rent Prices: Could This Be Your Answer?
Are Lower Rent Prices the Solution to Your Problems? The Data Says Maybe In recent years, the cost of living has surged, with housing costs leading the way as one of the most significant financial burdens for individuals and families. As wages struggle to keep pace with inflation, the idea of reducing rent prices has […]