Rental Agent Guide

Q: My rental property smells like cigarette smoke. How do I get rid of the fumes?

Casey R. asks: I just bought a bargain-priced rental property. It’s well-located and has a great floor plan, so I anticipate it will rent quickly. However, the house’s former occupants smoked.

Q: Should I keep rent stable for a good tenant?

Ellen M. writes: I have a tenant whose lease is ending in a couple of months (yes, right in the middle of winter, terrible timing.) The rental is a cute, two-bedroom house in a popular neighborhood, where demand for rentals has increased substantially since she moved in. Based on the […]

What can a rental agent do for me?

Rental agents typically handle a wide variety of tasks for their clients, using their expertise to avoid common pitfalls, save money, and maximize profits. Common tasks rental agents handle include: Pricing rental properties: An experienced rental agent will put his or her deep knowledge of your specific local market to work […]

Is there a difference between a “rental agent” and a “property manager”?

Many people use the terms “rental agent” and “property manager” interchangeably. However, it’s possible to hire a professional to handle just the leasing of your rental property and not the ongoing management. It makes sense to refer to someone who handles “leasing only” as a “rental agent” rather than as […] Post navigation ← Older posts · © 2026 Rental Agent Guide · Powered by · Designed with the Customizr theme ·