Owning rental properties can be a lot of stress and work, especially if you are the only person handling the property repairs and tenant issues. If you are considering how you could make your income from rentals more profitable and worthwhile, taking the time to invest in property upgrades is a good idea.

Think About a Tenant's First Impression

When you show a rental property to a prospective tenant, consider the first thing the tenant will see when he or she drives up. If the landscape is in poor shape, that tenant is automatically given the idea you may not be a responsible landlord. Always make sure the yards of all your rental properties are clean and have an inviting landscape design. If you do not have the time to redo landscapes, you might consider hiring a lawn professional for helping you out. Some landscaping changes like putting down sod grass can make a huge difference and be affordable as well. When you invest money in services to upgrade a rental property, you have a lot better chances of renting it out and getting your investment back plus a profit.

By the Way, When It Comes to Making a Good First Impression….

Before you put a property up for rent, stand in the front yard and have a look at the front door. Does the door look inviting or does it scream "boring here, you should go away?" Painting the front door with a bright color like red or blue can be helpful for homes that have white or other lighter colored siding. Brick structures look more inviting with solid oak doors, stained lightly. You can bet a tenant will notice the front door when they walk up to it. After all, this may be the door that person will be entering for a long time later on.

Flooring Impacts an Entire Room

If you have ever cleaned a room in your home and did not have time to mop or vacuum the floor, you may have noticed how the entire room still looked unkempt and messy. If the floors in your rental property need to be replaced, putting down new flooring is advised. Contractors can lay down floors for you at an affordable rate, taking the task off you and leaving you with a rental that will be a lot more profitable.

Caring for your rental properties may seem like a daunting task, especially when it comes to making upgrades, showing them and choosing the tenants you can trust. However, you can hire a property management company to help you locate suitable tenants, collect the rent and handle eviction when necessary. Consider looking into local property management services to check your options. But, by upgrading your properties, you have a greater chance of attracting better tenants that care about the look and cleanliness of their homes.