Guide to standard rental application forms

With a thorough rental application, agents can ensure every prospective tenant is who they say they are and protect their landlord client from bad actors. In this guide, we'll go over the information agents should ask from applicants and explain what agents need to look for (and how to interpret) on a rental application.

Rental application process 101

In this article, we'll go over the various parts of the rental application process including what the application is, why you can't afford to ignore an application, and what you can expect in the subsequent chapters of this guide.

The RENEW Podcast: Communication is Key with Julie Davis, CRO of Realtracs

How to remove an eviction from a tenant screening report

An eviction on your tenant screening report can make it even more challenging to secure a new home. However, it's not impossible to have the eviction removed from your report. In this article, we will discuss how to remove an eviction from your tenant screening report.

The RENEW Podcast: Shattering Glass Ceilings in Real Estate with Emily Chenevert, CEO of the Austin Board of REALTORS®

The RENEW Podcast: Always Step Up with Teresa King Kinney and Liz Sturrock of the Miami Association of REALTORS®

How to Write a Notice to Vacate [+ Template]

If your tenant has reached the end of his or her lease or if for some reason it is time to turn over the property, you may need to notify them in writing. We’ll walk you through the process of creating a notice to vacate and provide a handy template you can use to formulate your own written notification. What’s more, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs of how and why you may need to provide this documentation to your renter.

How to avoid rental scams

There are a number of situations potential renters need to keep an eye out for, from fraudulent listings to scammers posing as tenants or landlords. In this article, we’ll cover three common rental scams, as well as the warning signs and ways to protect yourself in your search.

How long does it take to improve your credit score?

In this article, we’ll go over what a credit score is, what’s considered a great score and a poor one, as well as how long it takes to improve your credit score.

The Top 7 Online Real Estate Classes in 2023 + Tips

From your first pre-licensure class to your newest certification or designation, the practice of real estate involves ongoing education at every stage of your career. Check out our list of the best real estate classes online and find the one that’s right for you. Whether you’re exploring broker licensure or simply looking for a couple of continuing ed classes for your license renewal, we’ve got you covered.

Your 2023 Projected Rental Market Analysis

There have been significant changes in housing market at large and the rental market in particular. This is true in markets all over North America, from small towns to suburban enclaves to desirable in-town markets in city centers. Find out how an accurate rental market analysis can help you position your properties for 2023 and make adjustments to your portfolio as needed.