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Welcome to My Life As A Landlord! Where we educate curious US and Canadian landlord, answer rental questions and clear housing confusions. If you're looking for some educational entertainment about rentals, with some honest awkward conversations about landlording, and beyond, this is your show!

Dr. Jennifer Salisbury


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    Latest episodes from My Life As A Landlord | Rentals, Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Tenants, Canada & US.

    REPLAY: Landlord GUILT: Stuff a Landlord SHOULD do, but won't - with Texas Attorney Ernie Garcia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 25:57


    Are you afraid of awkward conversations with your tenant?  Is there an outstanding rent increase, or late fee, that you just are afraid to bill for?  What about a repair that you are not fixing?  My guest today is Texas Attorney Ernie Garcia, where we discuss the many facets of landlord guilt.  He explains how ignored small issues become very large RAGING issues that can turn into a lawsuit. 

    Remote Landlord Systems with Sydney Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 23:51


    How on earth do you manage rentals two time zones away without a property manager?  Easy.  Systems and people who you can trust.  Okay, it's not so easy, but the systems part and people you can trust part are BOTH true.  Setting up systems for remote landlording can take some doing, but technology is advancing nearly daily and more and more of it is FREE. Business expert Sydney Young joins me on today's show to talk about how self-managing landlords can set up remote systems and many free resources including www.fillout.com, www.cal.com, and adobe e-sign.  (And don't forget the voice note addition in fillout.com!)

    REPLAY - Unique Credit Union Lending with Mark Ritter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 22:26


    From the average consumer's perspective a bank and a credit union may offer the same products, and appear the same when standing in the building.  But a bank and a credit union have very different lending criteria, a different mindset, and well, report to different people as stakeholders.  My guest today is Mark Ritter, CEO of Member Business Financial Services. Mark and I discuss why a Credit Union may be a better option for landlords in this ever-changing environment.

    Rental Roundtable Table Topics Style with Dan Dyble and Karen Hall Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 40:57


    They say most people would rather be in the coffin than giving the eulogy at a funeral.  The fear of public speaking is a real thing and feels an awful lot like the fear of being a first-time landlord.  Toastmasters is a great organization who helps build confidence in not only public speaking, but in life.  Recently I was asked to speak about rentals at a Toastmasters Club called “Money Matters” and the meeting was all about rentals.  In fact, the meeting was so much about rentals, that I have asked two of the Toastmasters from the Money Matters Club today to join me in a roundtable of rental questions.  Hear us discuss many topics that we didn't get to during the meeting.  Enjoy!

    REPLAY - Landlord Tax Deferral and Fractional Home Ownership with Frank Rohde

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 23:16


    Do you have a wonderful tenant who you would love to sell your house to, but you know the tenant does not have the down payment?  Even though they make great income, this tenant would likely not qualify for a first-time home loan.  As a landlord, is there a way the tenant can buy the home from you and defer some taxes?  There is a way!  Frank Rohde of Ownify joins me today and explains fractional home ownership for first-time home buyers, all while helping landlords defer paying some taxes.

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for the Territory of Guam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 23:12


    Today's location-specific episode features the US Territory of Guam.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Guam's Landlord and Tenant Rental Act of 2018.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Guam's Landlord and Tenant Rental Act of 2018, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inthe US Territory of Guam, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in the US Territory of Guam.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for the US Territory of Guam including:Guam's Landlord and Tenant Rental Act of 2018 Title 21 - Ch. 48 Guam Landlord and Tenant Rental Act of 2018Consumer Resources | Guam Real Estate CommissionGUAM HOUSING AND URBAN | GUAM HOUSING AND URBANRENEWAL AUTHORITY

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Florida

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 30:34


    Today's location-specific episode features Florida.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Florida Residential Landlord Tenant Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Florida Residential Landlord Tenant Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inFlorida, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Florida.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for Florida including:Florida Residential Landlord Tenant Act Landlord/Tenant Law in Florida / Consumer Resources / Home - Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer ServicesRights and Duties of Tenants and LandlordsStatutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine6 Tenant Rights That All Florida Tenants and Landlords Need to Know | About Florida LawThe 2024 Florida Statutes (including 2025 Special Session C)Residential Landlord-Tenant  | Florida RealtorsChapter 705 - 2021 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Maine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 35:51


    Today's location-specific episode features Maine.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Maine Landlord Tenant Laws.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Maine Landlord Tenant Laws, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inMaine, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Maine.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for Maine including:Maine-Rental-Housing-Guide-PDFMaine Landlord Tenant Laws Title 14, Chapter 710: RENTAL PROPERTYLandlord-Tenant Issues | Maine State LegislatureMaine Consumer Rights When You Rent An Apartment: Microsoft Word - MECLG_14_Chapter 2003.doc The Full Guide on Maine Landlord Tenant Law, Rights, & Regulations - Azibo Landlord Obligations - InformationRights of Maine Renters: Unsafe or Unfit Housing | Pine Tree Legal Assistance

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Province of Saskatchewan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 28:31


    Today's location-specific episode features the Canadian Province of Saskatchewan.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called The Residential Tenancies of Saskatchewan.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Residential Tenancies of Saskatchewan, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inCanadian Province of Saskatchewan, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Canadian Province of Saskatchewan.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for Canadian Province of Saskatchewan including:The Residential Tenancies of Saskatchewan  Tenancy Agreements | Residential Renting and Leasing | Government of SaskatchewanTenant rights and landlord rights in SaskatchewanThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 https://publications.saskatchewan.ca/api/v1/products/23011/formats/29464/downloadThe Residential Tenancies Regulations, 2007 https://publications.saskatchewan.ca/api/v1/products/23014/formats/29469/download https://pubsaskdev.blob.core.windows.net/pubsask-prod/114786/Housing-Application-R-14A-01-20-FILLABLE.pdf Landlords, Tenants, and Housing Discrimination - Saskatchewan Human Rights CommissionOffice of Residential Tenancies in Saskatchewan:  888-215-2222 or ORT@gov.sk.ca Legal Aid Saskatchewan

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Alaska

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 38:22


    Today's location-specific episode features the Great State of Alaska.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in the Great State of Alaska, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in the Great State of Alaska.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for the Great State of Alaska including:The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act  The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act: what it means to youHousing | AlaskaForms by Topic & Number (A - I) - Alaska Court SystemHousing Issues - Alaska Court SystemContact the Closest Alaska Legal Services Corporation OfficeLawyer Referral Service – Alaska Bar Association

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Tennessee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 41:41


    Today's location-specific episode features the State of Tennessee.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Landlord-Tenant Act in Tennessee.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Landlord-Tenant Act in Tennessee, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inState of Tennessee, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in State of Tennessee.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for State of Tennessee including:Landlord-Tenant Act in Tennessee Ultracode.pdfHHW_LAS_TN_URLTA_Renters_Rights.pdfDepartment of Health; Healthy Homes Renters Info:  RentersTENNLandlordTenantBrochure.pdfyour-rights-as-a-tenant-under-the-uniform-residential.pdfTennessee landlords have rights when tenants abandon the premises | Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee & the Cumberlands.  1-800-238-1443 or go to www.las.org.   Tennessee Consumer Affairs Division:  615-714-4737 (Consumer hotline) or email:  consumer.affairs@state.tn.us or website www.tn.gov/consumer Legal Aid of East Tennessee www.laet.org (Bradley, Blount, Hamilton, Knox, Sevier, Sullivan, and Washington Counties).  

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Oklahoma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 32:54


    Today's location-specific episode features US State of Oklahoma.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Oklahoma Statutes Title 41. Landlord and Tenant..  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Oklahoma Statutes Title 41. Landlord and Tenant Act., 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inUS State of Oklahoma, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in US State of Oklahoma.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for US State of Oklahoma including:Oklahoma Statutes Title 41. Landlord and Tenant.  os41.pdfWelcome to Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's guide to free legal help in Oklahoma.Landlord & Tenant - Rights and Duties | Welcome to Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's guide to free legal help in Oklahoma.What are Your Rights and Duties as a Tenant? - Oklahoma Bar AssociationWhat are Your Rights as a (Residential) Landlord? - Oklahoma Bar AssociationTenant Demand Letters | Welcome to Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's guide to free legal help in Oklahoma.

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Newfoundland and Labrador

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 32:52


    Today's location-specific episode features Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Newfoundland and Labrador Residential Tenancies Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Newfoundland and Labrador Residential Tenancies Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inCanadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador including:Newfoundland and Labrador Residential Tenancies Act Landlord & Tenant - Digital Government and Service NL landlord-guide-for-landlords-tenants.pdfAbandoned Items Guidance Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador landlord-pdf-section-16-personal-property-after-termination.pdfHousing, Legal Aid, Arbitration, Mediation, and any other helpful links in Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Contact - Digital Government and Service NL

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Puerto Rico

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 40:48


    Today's location-specific episode features US Territory of Puerto Rico.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Puerto Rico Landlord-Tenant Relationships Governed Under Commonwealth's Civil Code.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Puerto Rico Landlord-Tenant Relationships Governed Under Commonwealth's Civil Code, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inUS Territory of Puerto Rico, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in US Territory of Puerto Rico.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for US Territory of Puerto Rico including:Rental Laws and Tenant Rights in Puerto Rico – State Regs TodayWhat You Need to Know about Renting in Puerto Rico - Relocate to Puerto Rico with Act 60, 20, 22Eviction - Poder Judicial de Puerto RicoInternal Revenue Service:  Introduction to Puerto Rico Acts 20 and 22Puerto Rico | HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Department of Housing 

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for New Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 42:37


    Today's location-specific episode features New Mexico.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called New Mexico Uniform Owner Resident Relations Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the New Mexico Uniform Owner Resident Relations Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inNew Mexico, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in New Mexico.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!This episode includes resources for New Mexico including:New Mexico Legal Aid Renter's Guide  nmhealth.org/publication/view/guide/278/ New Mexico Uniform Owner Resident Relations Act  New Mexico Uniform Owner Resident Relations Act (NM-UORRA) - 20192024 New Mexico Statutes Chapter 47 - Property Law - Article 8 - Owner-Resident Relations New Mexico Statutes Chapter 47, Article 8 (2024) - Owner-Resident Relations :: 2024 New Mexico Statutes :: U.S. Codes and Statutes :: U.S. Law :: JustiaResource Guide:  Landlord-Tenant Law New Mexico  Landlord-Tenant_Resource-Guide.pdf  

    Summary Episode: Including Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Newfoundland/Labrador, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alaska, Saskatchewan, Maine, Florida, and Guam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 15:14


    We just bumped up our podcast library overnight!  Today's episode is a summary, about the 10 location-specific episodes we added into the My Life As A Landlord Library, which are LIVE NOW.  The summary today features New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Newfoundland/Labrador, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alaska, Saskatchewan, Maine, Florida, and Guam [6 US States, 2 US Territories and 2 Canadian Provinces]For each of these locations, there is an entire podcast dedicated to each State or Province.  In each one we explore the overview of the housing guiding document for each location, answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the State or Province or Territories' Tenancy or Housing Document, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in each State or Province, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in that State or Province.  Today's episode is NOT all inclusive for any of these locations, mind you – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's summary episode will get you started!

    REPLAY - Using Local Co-Signer: How to Rent to a First-Time Tenant

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 25:31


    Tenant screening can be one of the scariest parts of managing rentals.  Screening tenants who have never been tenants before can be even more scary and confusing!  How do you include a co-signer?  In today's show we discuss an overview of the tenant qualification process for a first-time tenant, and how to include a local, responsible co-signer.  We also delve into how to utilize credit checks for potential tenants in both the US and Canada.  

    The BID Academy Podcast: #1 Mistake Real Estate Investors Make (And How to Avoid It) with Dr. Jennifer Salisbury

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 31:41


    I love having guests on the show!  They expand my thinking and make my mind stretch.  I also love guesting on other peoples' shows, making them think, and hopefully, making their mind stretch too.  On today's show, I am the guest on the BID Academy Podcast, where Alex Thoric and talk about real estate mistakes.  In fact, we talk about the #1 mistake new real estate investors make, and how to avoid it.  I hope I stretch your mind!

    REPLAY - Realtor's Association of Maui President Elect – Lynette Pendergast!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 35:36


    I love folks who are resourceful!  On today's show we talk about solution thinking as we update the fire situation on Maui, discuss the non-profits on Maui, and all about the Realtor's Association of Maui.  Guest and incoming President to RAM Lynette Pendergast compare notes about FEMA and resourcefulness in recovering from the devastating Maui wildfires.

    Rental Markets: Checkers versus Chess: Which Game Are You Playing?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 34:56


    Every day is a difference in how you spend your time.  Some people spend their time at their job, earning the wage that then gets reported on a pay check and depending on where you are, either gets reported on a W-2 in the US, a T-4 in Canada, or another instrument documenting how much money you've earned with your time spent.  Limited moves and limited outcomes with a J-O-B.  This is what many equate to playing checkers:  limited moves and limited outcomes.  Then there are chess players; chess has many pieces that have different moves, with over five million outcomes.  In today's episode, I explore the game of checkers versus chess, the players in those two games:  tenants, landlords and developers, and then depending on which one you are, we talk about how each one would react in rental markets and other worldly events.  I also offer options for growing and getting out of whatever game you are playing or role you are fielding.  That and more!

    Lessons from a Seasoned, Millennial Landlord with Kyle Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 38:06


    Are you a boomer with your first rental?  Or what about a 20 something with many businesses?  In housing, does biological age really matter? On today's show, I have a millennial guest who operates several businesses, both residential and commercial housing, and is an experienced landlord.  Kyle Johnson tells us about his awkward conversations when his tenants are older than he is, lessons learned about first-time real estate buyers and bigger lessons with bigger price tags, all while running a T-shirt screen printing business in Powell River, British Columbia.  Join me in learning from this seasoned landlord!  

    Why Carrying a Bucket for your Bucket List is ALWAYS Important

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 23:54


    Someone once said something along the lines of “if your goals don't scare you, they aren't big enough.”  Well, consider us scared.  In 2025, Mike and I travelled to New Zealand and achieved one of the most amazing bucket list items a big game hunter could dream:  a red stag with a bow.  But now what?  What happens AFTER you check an item off the bucket list?  Other than for the majesty of having bucket list items that may never be achieved, why should you have a bucket list?  And what is the NEXT bit of the bucket list for Mike and Jen?  Today's episode will answer those for you!

    REPLAY - Section 8 Nuts & Bolts and More from the Landlady – with Wendy Myers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 27:03


    Wendy Myers, the Landlady, is back on the show!  As one of the most savvy landladies around, Wendy gives us the run down of Section 8 housing, how rent increases are a must, and the growing frustrations about insurance costs and coverages.  Join me and Wendy as we tackle more rental issues!  

    US Housing Demand Looking Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 20:17


    The numbers still matter.  They ALWAYS matter.  So you MUST know your numbers.  In today's episode, I am nerding out on the US report from Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University from January 2025.  Specifically, I am going to review the Household and New Housing Demand for housing projections for the next two decades including:  less demand overall, population shrinkage, demand for different layouts, many generations under one roof, and more!  As a listener of this podcast, it's important to know if the product you are supplying for the next 20 years is what the buying customers want (or not)….  Join me in today's episode in nerding out.  

    REPLAY - US Economic Projections for 2024 and beyond with David Pickler

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 44:31


    Inflation and interest rates and elections OH MY!  Hear from one of the most savvy financial advisors in the US, David Pickler.  In today's episode he talks about the economic juggling act in motion, the exponential change that has led us to the fourth industrial revolution, and the biggest problems of the next generation.  Join us for a wealth of economic knowledge!

    Checking a Bucket List Item in New Zealand

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 24:09


    My husband has been a big game hunter in British Columbia and Hawaii for decades.  We eat what he kills.  For as long as I've known Mike, he has always wanted to hunt for New Zealand red stag with his bow.  We have checked that box.  Today's episode is all about the location where this incredible hunt took place.  Gary Herbert's New Zealand Mountain Hunt, at South Island, New Zealand, was a once in a lifetime event.  His lodge staff, guides, and his incredible property are all part of the memory big game hunters like Mike drool over.  For me, it wasn't about the location or the animals or the food – all of which were amazing – it was about supporting Mike in achieving a bucket list item.  Join me as I walk you around the hunting lodge and talk to you about this incredible experience. 

    REPLAY - Ex-Pat Overseas Remote Real Estate Investing with Brian Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 25:44


    Today's show is all about hands-off investing!  My guest today has lived overseas since 2015, yet remains active in real estate and so much more.  Talking with us today about how to run a podcast, a co-investing group, and creating active and passive income while not physically present, Brian Davis tells us all about how to be intentional in your lifestyle design!  Join us! 

    Australian Real Estate with My Mate Andrew Gilbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 32:30


    Isn't it fun when you know you like something, and then you find it in a new and different flavor?  Well, that's exactly what happened when we went to Australia:  we discovered the “down under” way of our favorite subject of real estate.  In today's episode, family friend and fellow real estate investor Andrew Gilbert educates us on how real estate is different from the US and Canada.  As a born-and-raised Australian who married a Canuck, he has first-hand experience in international transactions.  We discuss many interesting down under real estate terms such as “negative gearing”, “franking credits”, how auctions play a much bigger role in selling real estate, and how “wholesaling” as an investor is defined differently.  Join me and my mate Andrew for an Australian cross-ocean real estate education!

    REPLAY - Ethical House Hacking, Roommate Style with Matthew Greenawalt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 39:18


    Have an extra room in your house?  Want to rent it for some long-term income?  Today's guest, Matthew Greenawalt, did exactly that.  He explains how he successfully became licensed in his local area to offer this type of housing, worked with his HOA about the additional occupants, added logistic items like keyless entries and more refrigerators, all to overcome a less-than-ideal situation of owning a large house.  In today's episode we explore the innovative affordable housing solution that is helping tenants and landlords alike!  

    Kiwi Landlording in New Zealand with Canadian Makayla Edwards-Russell

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 38:06


    One of the simplest mistakes new landlords make is assuming that the rules for THEIR area are the rules for EVERY area.  This is simply not true, not in the slightest.  Many states, provinces, territories have different codes or acts governing tenancy or providing housing to folks.  In fact, in many places, even more specific cities, counties, regional districts, or parishes require registrations, licensing, periodic inspections or all of the above.  My guest today lives in Auckland, New Zealand, but grew up in Powell River, British Columbia, Canada.  Makayla Edwards-Russell and I compare housing laws between New Zealand and Canada, confirming that you should never assume the housing rules for your area are not the same for every area. 

    REPLAY - US Insurance Roller Coaster with Jamie Peacock

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 34:02


    Holy insurance premiums!  With all the disasters going on in the world, it is no wonder that all things cost more and more and MORE!  Insurance premiums are going up, the insurance costs for landlords and tenants are rising, and the roller coaster keeps rolling on.  In today's episode, Jamie Peacock from Insurance Associates in Hawaii helps untangle what exactly is going on in the insurance industry, how the recent disasters are affecting US locations (including Hawaii).  He also answers questions about landlord versus tenant insurance claims that many of you have been asking. 

    Smart Estate and Generational Wealth Planning with Oscar Vasquez

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 30:08


    Longtime real estate investor decided that he was tired of paying attorneys and financial planners for setting up trusts, especially as the time and cost skyrocketed.  My guest today found that the time and costs started deterring business owners from creating estate plans.  Real estate savvy investor Oscar Vasquez joins me, and explains why he created software to assist in creating trusts for business owners, including real estate investors.  As every location has different trust requirements, many real-estate-owning Americans don't have an estate plan (which means their estate will go through probate).  Join me and Oscar and learn about avoiding probate with smart estate planning.

    REPLAY - Canada's Mortgage Industry and Housing Outlook for 2024-2025 with Kristine Sweder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 29:29


    There is so much transition going on in real estate!  Interest rates are high, and so is difficulty qualifying for a mortgage.  With elections on both sides of the border in late 2024, I have asked Canadian Mortgage Broker Kristine Sweder to join me today.  Her innovative housing ideas, and real estate investment solutions, she shares her projections for Canada's mortgage industry and how we can get more housing going forward!  

    Summary Episode, Including Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for British Columbia, Hawaii, Ontario, Washington State, New York State, California, Texas, Nebraska, Vermont and the Province of Manitoba

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 21:58


    We just bumped up our podcast library overnight!  Today's episode is a summary, about the 10 location-specific episodes we added into the My Life As A Landlord Library, which are LIVE NOW.  The summary today features British Columbia, Hawaii, Ontario, Washington State, New York State, California, Texas, Nebraska, Vermont and the Province of Manitoba.For each of these locations, there is an entire podcast dedicated to each State or Province.  In each one we explore the overview of the housing guiding document for each location, answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the State or Province or Territories' Tenancy or Housing Document, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in each State or Province, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in that State or Province.  Today's episode is NOT all inclusive for any of these locations, mind you – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's summary episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Province of Manitoba

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 39:16


    Today's location-specific episode features Province of Manitoba.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Manitoba Residential Tenancies Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Province of Manitoba Residential Tenancies Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in Province of Manitoba, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Province of Manitoba.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Vermont

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 50:58


    Today's location-specific episode features Vermont.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Vermont Title 9 Chapter 137 Residential Rental Agreements.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Vermont Title 9 Chapter 137 Residential Rental Agreements, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inVermont, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Vermont.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Nebraska

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 48:35


    Today's location-specific episode features Nebraska.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Nebraska Landlord Tenant Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Nebraska Landlord Tenant Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in Nebraska, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Nebraska.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 30:39


    Today's location-specific episode features Texas.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Texas Property Code Chapter 92.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Texas Property Code Chapter 92, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inTexas, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Texas.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for California

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 37:19


    Today's location-specific episode features California.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called California Tenant Protection Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the California Tenant Protection Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inCalifornia, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in California.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for New York State

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 44:22


    Today's location-specific episode features New York State.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called New York Real Property Law.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the New York Real Property Law, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in New York State, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in New York State.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Washington State

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 20:40


    Today's location-specific episode features Washington State.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inWashington State, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Washington State.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Province of Ontario

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 27:18


    Today's location-specific episode features Province of Ontario.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Ontario Residential Tenancies Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Ontario Residential Tenancies Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in Province of Ontario, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Province of Ontario.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for State of Hawaii

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 30:26


    Today's location-specific episode features State of Hawaii.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Hawaii Residential Landlord-Tenant Code.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Hawaii Residential Landlord-Tenant Code, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in State of Hawaii, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in State of Hawaii.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Island Office Representing your County, or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Province of British Columbia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 30:51


    Today's location-specific episode features British Columbia.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called British Columbia Residential Tenancy Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the British Columbia Residential Tenancy Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in British Columbia, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in British Columbia.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your Regional District, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

    REPLAY - Newbie to Savvy Landlord and Author with Guest Lee Nugent

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 32:56


    In today's episode I talk with one of the most amazing action-packed people I have ever met:  Lee Nugent.  Started as an employee, bought some single family homes, self-managed his real estate, and is now a lender, coach and author!  Along the way, he ran into "Ole' Drunk Patty", and had a murder occur at one of his properties.  Learn with me today on how to educate and continuing leveling up with Lee Nugent!  

    Choose Your Hard with Tara Zaluski

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 36:51


    Some of the best lessons are hidden in fear, disbelief, and hard choices. And when those lessons are involved with your true calling, well, isn't that what life is all about?  My guest today hails from Pittsburgh, where she is following her passion to revive, educate and empower neighborhoods around her and beyond.  Tara Zaluski defines what passion feels like, what hard lessons look like, and where tomorrow is leading.  She and I discuss what fulfillment in life, as a real estate investor, and how the hardest lesson doesn't involve money.  Tara guides us to help choose your hard.  

    REPLAY: Landlording: Management and Leadership with Andrew Suarez and Cyndee Harding

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 34:00


    Many times landlords feel all alone in their business venture, managing rentals and communicating with tenants.  This can be overwhelming and paralyzing.  My guests today are industry leaders in asset management, but also educating landlords about the leadership aspect.  What a unique concept and strategy!  Join me with Cyndee Harding and Andrew Suarez as we discuss their education program coaching landlords in asset management and leadership!

    Marketing with AI: Quality Questions Gives Quality Answers with Alex Thoric

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 25:27


    The world is getting faster and faster all the time.  With the innovation of technology, the internet, artificial intelligence and computers in general, it seems every day is faster than yesterday.  When it comes to business, especially in real estate, the speed of response matters.  How quickly you and get to a yes, or a no, get to a dealbreaker or a definite YES all helps entrepreneurs make their decisions quickly, and actions will follow.  My guest today is an expert marketer who offers streamlining through digitizing businesses.  As a fellow real estate investor from Ottawa, Alex Thoric helps us understanding Google's 7-11-4 rule, and many more.  Streamline your ever-accelerating business through tips and hacks in today's show!

    REPLAY - When a Tenant Passes Away In Your Unit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 19:44


    Today's episode is a sad reminder that we all have a limited amount of time on this earth.  As a landlord, you may be in the awkward scenario of a tenant passing away in your unit.  Today's episode discusses all aspects of this including how you would know a tenant has passed away, what do you actually do when the person is discovered, what if the person's passing has created a biohazard in your unit, what about the tenant's items they leave behind, including their car?  What about the disclosure to future tenants and future owners that someone has passed away in the unit.  This is a heavy topic, but one that we need to make sure you educate yourself, just in case it happens to you.

    Thoughtful Landlord Decisions from Alberta's Marty and Kairi Pawlina

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 31:17


    Every day has uncomfortable points in life, and in business, those uncomfortable points can become downright difficult.  But having a great team can not only help you defeat the difficulty and overcome the discomfort.  My husband and wife guests today are from Edmonton, Alberta, and they are all about providing great value in their housing.  Marty and Kairi Pawlina have a thoughtful approach to both short term and long term real estate; in today's show, you'll hear us discuss how to approach, overcome and incorporate the difficult decisions and awkward lessons in housing.

    REPLAY - Hawaii Landlord-Tenant Code with the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 34:47


    As a Landlord, you need to know WHO to call for HELP!  This episode is specifically to the Landlords of Hawaii, featuring guest Nick Severson, Managing Attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii's Housing and Consumer Unit.  We talk all about the Hawaii Landlord-Tenant Code, the biggest mistake landlords are making in Hawaii (and beyond), and how the recent wildfires are impacting tenancy relationships.  Nick guides Landlords and Tenants to resources for help, including the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii!  

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