Rental property ownership is far from passive income. Many people believe that landlords buy up properties, rent them out, and rack in the cash with little effort and few expenses. While some landlords may try to take the easy road, they likely don’t last very long. A good landlord has to follow specific guidelines to both abide by the law and to attract good tenants – and keep them. One of...
With the summer winding down and the cool autumn breezes rolling in, it’s time to start thinking about winterizing Cape Cod Vacation Rentals. The high season might be the warm summer months, but there are plenty of vacationers looking for a winter getaway at a cozy coastal cottage. In order to advertise Cape Cod Vacation Rentals to adventurous tourists and permanent residents, they first need to be winterized. Instead of boarding up the...
If you’re the outdoorsy type, you’re going to love staying in Cape Cod. Cape Cod is among the most popular vacation spots in Cape Cod, which is why its protected land is so important. The Cape plays host to a number of habitats and ecosystems: barrier beaches, dunes, salt marshes, and coastal plain ponds, a freshwater wetland home to rare flowers and shrubs. The Cape does its part to protect these habitats...
As a rental property owner, you have to make decisions every season regarding your Cape Cod vacation rental property. Every decision that you make could potentially impact your income earning potential with your property, so you need to think things through before making a move. One might not think that deciding which window treatments you will use in your property would be a big deal, but it is a choice that...
Cape Cod is becoming an increasingly popular vacation destination, which is why it’s so important to keep your vacation rental up to date. More and more people are looking to secure Cape Cod vacation rentals, meaning your property has to be able to compete. If your property is older, you may be considering some renovations. However, with the demographics that Cape Cod is drawing today, there are certainly a few things...
Owners of a Cape Cod vacation rental property have an important decision to make: to list on my own or to list through a company? Listing independently may seem tempting at first. There may be no up-front fees, and you have complete control over your property’s availability and listing. But, there are a lot of downsides to it, too. Once you buy on the Cape, consider working with a trusted and experienced vacation...
Purchasing an income property on Cape Cod is a great investment. Cape Cod is an extremely popular vacation destination for people of all ages and walks of life. Taking advantage of the opportunity to own your own slice of beautiful Cape Cod and make some money by renting it out is a wise financial move. Whether you own a condominium at Ocean Edge or a waterfront property in Chatham, most investment property...
Cape Cod is a popular vacation destination, and a very desirable place to live year round. Currently, Cape Cod is experiencing a housing shortage, creating a demand for more rental properties. This is why many people are making the leap to becoming a Cape Cod landlord. When there’s a high demand for rentals and a short supply on the market, the ability to cover the home’s expenses and make...
Those residing on Cape Cod know that even a small coastal town can get hectic, particularly in the summer months. Sometimes, you just need an escape. Fortunately, Cape Cod has some great places to have your very own “staycation,” whether for an afternoon, weekend, or even a week. Rather than cozy up in Cape Cod rentals with a book and a glass of wine, why not do something special for a change? Head to one...
For a good percentage of vacation renters, their four legged fur baby is an important part of their family, and would prefer to go on vacation with their beloved pets. However, the number of pet friendly rentals are low, causing them to have to change the dates of their vacations because the few pet friendly units available have limited availability or have to put their furry friends in a kennel....
