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Building bridges: Greg Robertson’s guide to thriving in real estate tech

RentSpree CEO, Mike Lucarelli, sits down with Greg Robertson to talk about the real estate technology space and how Robinson is navigating the current challenges facing those in real estate today.

RentSpree Staff
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How to recognize fake pay stubs

Verifying salary information is a vital step in your tenant screening process to ensure you're finding the best tenants possible. In this article, we'll share how to spot a fake pay stub as well as the different tools and best practices you can employ to ensure you're thoroughly vetting every rental candidate.

RentSpree Staff
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Open house sign In sheets [+ Templates]

One of the most important elements of a successful open house is capturing the contact information of all your guests. In this article, we're sharing the different types of sign-in sheets you can use for your next open house as well as three easy-to-use templates to download for your use.

RentSpree Staff

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11 Real Estate Prospecting Tips [+ Templates]

As a real estate agent, half of your attention is on your current clients and the other half is, or should be, on finding out where your next client is coming from. That’s why we put together these tips for real estate prospecting that are sure to keep your phone ringing and your pipeline filled. Think you already have an effective lead gen strategy? Find out how you can diversify it so that you can weather shifts in your market or business plan.

Michael Lucarelli
RentSpree CEO
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Is an online or paper rental application better?

When it comes to evaluating potential tenants, agents will want to use a rental application to collect all the information they need to make a confident leasing decision. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the different types of rental applications agents can use to thoroughly evaluate each candidate.

RentSpree Staff
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5 Social Media Strategies for Real Estate

Creating compelling content for social media – and a plan for sharing and managing that content – is an affordable and essential part of your marketing strategy. From sharing your latest blog post to keeping your fans and followers up to date on the market, it’s important to tailor your posts to the most popular platforms.

Christy Murdock
Author
Using PropTech and Rentals to Grow Your Real Estate Business
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Using PropTech and Rentals to Grow Your Real Estate Business

If you think working with rentals isn’t worth your time, think again. Thanks to advancements in property technology and ongoing innovations in the real estate industry, rentals are becoming a valuable piece of any real estate professional’s business portfolio.

RentSpree Staff
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Projecting Rental Vacancy Rates

Rental vacancy rates can be an important indicator of the financial fitness of your holdings, both in the short and long term. You need to track your current vacancy rate, historical rates, and develop accurate projections for the future. Find out how to project your vacancy rate and how to use your analysis to make good decisions about the way you develop, manage, or alter your real estate investment portfolio.

Christy Murdock
Author
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Rent vs Buy: the Pros and Cons

If you are working with renters who are doing some long-term financial planning, they might want to look at the difference between a home rental and home purchase. There are benefits and drawbacks of each strategy, and much depends on their lifestyle and financial fitness. Check out our rent vs. buy comparison and determine whether they’re ready to purchase a home or whether they need to continue renting for a little bit longer.

Christy Murdock
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How long does it take for a TransUnion credit report to update?

When you’re implementing a screening report as part of your tenant approval process, you want to make sure that the information you gather is as up to date and accurate as possible. When you’re pulling information from a TransUnion credit report, it’s a good idea to know how long it takes for the report to update so that you can make better decisions based on relevant information.

Christy Murdock
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What is the Best Site to Get a Free Credit Report?

Whether you’re pulling a credit report for your own use or have a potential tenant who wants a better understanding of their financial record, everyone is entitled to a free annual credit report. There are many services that offer access to these important financial records. Find out which is the best site for a free credit report and how to obtain the information you need.

Christy Murdock
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What to Do If an Eviction Shows up on a SmartMove Report but Not Court Records

As part of your screening process, you’ll need a sense of your applicant’s rental background, including any evictions on their record. But what do you do if the eviction is not showing up on court records? We’ll guide you through the evaluation process for your applicant’s rental background check, tell you more about the eviction process, and help you decide whether their past challenges constitute a deal-breaking barrier to approval.

Christy Murdock
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