Rent Perfect with David Pickron

In this eye-opening episode of the Rent Perfect Podcast, host David Pickron flips the script—literally—as Scot Aubrey hijacks the mic to interview David about his first-hand experience renting by the room.  What started as a way to improve cash flow on two midterm rental condos turned into a real-world experiment full of lessons on communal living, fair housing considerations, roommate dynamics, and landlord headaches. From demanding tenants to surprise wins, David shares the challenges, red flags, and unexpected wins of diving into the rent-by-room model in today's shifting rental market.

In this special episode, Rent Perfect's David Pickron flips the script and invites longtime behind-the-scenes team member Kent to share his very first experience attending a REIA (Real Estate Investor Association) meeting.  From walking into the packed AzREIA event to having “aha” moments during the market update and networking with investors, Kent explains how one evening opened his eyes to the power of connections, strategy, and local market knowledge.  Whether you're new to real estate investing or a REIA leader looking to improve the first-timer experience, this honest and inspiring conversation is packed with valuable insight—including how Kent and his wife decided to leverage $100K in condo equity into their next big move. 

In this eye-opening episode of the Rent Perfect Podcast, hosts David Pickron and Scot Aubrey tackle one of the hottest (and most frustrating) landlord topics—emotional support animals. From “bamboozling” tactics to fair housing rules, they break down the differences between service dogs, therapy animals, and ESAs, revealing how to stay compliant while protecting your investment. Tune in to learn the must-know strategies for handling pets (and sneaky pet owners), and discover how to avoid pitfalls that could land you in legal hot water. Subscribe, share, and let's continue to grow our community of informed, professional landlords!

We all know ROI (Return on Investment), but what about ROT—Return on Time?

Join us for an insightful episode of the Rent Perfect Podcast as we welcome Jonna Weber from the Boise Real Estate Investor Network (Boise REIN). From marketing strategies to avoiding rental scams, Jonna shares her expertise on managing long-term rentals in Idaho and how landlords can protect their investments. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this conversation is packed with valuable tips to help you find the right tenants, avoid costly mistakes, and build lasting success in real estate. Don't miss out on this game-changing discussion!

In this episode of the Rent Perfect Podcast, we sit down with Mike Del Prete, Executive Director of the Arizona Real Estate Investors Association (AZREIA), to uncover the secrets to real estate success. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, AZREIA, and many REIA's around the country, offer an incredible community, practical education, and access to trusted vendors to help you succeed in fix-and-flips, long-term rentals, and creative financing strategies. Mike shares insights into the power of relationships, how to navigate market trends, and the tools AZREIA provides to turn real estate goals into reality. If you're serious about real estate investing, this is the must-watch episode to get inspired and take action!investments.     

If you aren't happy with the current appreciation and return from the current investment market, maybe consider crypto.Rent Perfect President David Pickron visits with Crypto investor Mike Lyons to learn more about this attractive option for landlord investments.

The current real estate market is offering fewer and fewer "Can't Miss" Deals right now, but you're an investor and need somewhere to put and grow your money.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron visits with Crypto investor Mike Lyons to learn more about this attractive option for landlord investments.     

You may not even be aware of it, but the Chevron Deference doctrine has and will continue to affect you as an investor and landlord.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares some insights into this important topic and how you need to be aware of your local government decisions and how they are affecting you.   

Fair Housing issues are as prevalent today as ever.  Being educated on how to successfully navigate these issues by housing providers is critical to success in the housing industry.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron introduces a new, free Fair Housing training by Zona Law Attorney Mark Zinman and goes over a few specific scenarios that today's housing providers may face.   

Fads come and go, but one that is currently gaining traction is turning traditional investment properties into room-by-room rentals.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses the pros and cons of renting by the room, including some of the hidden challenges and costs of this new trend.   

With the conclusion of the 2024 Presidential Election, the question looms about how the results will impact us as investors.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares the hope he has for the market and landlords nationwide as we enter 2025.  

The influx of the institutional investor groups that are backed by billions of dollars are having a negative effect on the everyday investors ability to purchase properties.   Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses some strategies to consider when the market is unpredictable or pricing out the average investor.

While we always advocate for having a solid, unique,and legally reviewed criteria for each of your properties, it's of no use if you don't share it.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron explains the "why"and "how" of using and sharing your criteria with prospective tenants, and how it can save you time and money throughout the rental process.

With the rise of criminal activity across the country and in our industry, it's critical to protect your personal safety when showing one of your rental properties.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares four simple steps you can take to help keep you safe the next time you are with a potential tenant at one of your properties.

Is a credit score really a good indicator of a tenant applicant's ability to pay their rent?  Rent Perfect President David Pickron sheds light on the reality behind rising credit scores and why, as a landlord, you may need to dig a little deeper to understand your tenants ability to make rental payments.

Ready to get into the housing provider game but not sure where to start?   Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses the 3 critical steps to identifying your first property with first-time landlord and Rent Perfect Video Expert Kent Shelley.  

When it comes to the criteria you use for your investment purchases, do you shy away from looking at properties with pools?    Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Investor/Landlord Gary Mazzarella, discuss why buying investment properties with swimming pools can make dollars and sense.  

Landlords often fall into the trap of thinking that their business is all about the property... they couldn't be more wrong.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Investor/Landlord Gary Mazzarella, discuss some of the people strategies they use to find success in the marketplace.  

If you've ever wanted to have an investment lender shoot straight with you, then you are in for a treat.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Aaron Chapman, SecurityNational Mortgage Company Loan Officer, discuss some of the nuances and pitfalls you should lookout for as you manage your portfolio.

As the markets continue to change due to rates and other factors, now more than ever you need to cosider all options for your property portfolio.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and VP Scot Aubrey discuss why it is important to have an open mind when it comes to modifying your portfolio.

Managing your properties is full of all types of challenges and nuances, especially when it comes to how you get paid.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Legal Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss recent market challenges surrounding source of income.

There are few things that landlords hate more than having to process and eviction; he headache and cost of these unfortunate incidents always affect their bottom line.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Legal Counsel Denny Dobbins share their insights on what causes evictions and how to avoid them. 

Lease clauses are a landlords best friend.  Knowing how to create them and when to include them can make all the difference in having a profitable and successful experience.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and Legal Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss why having lease clauses in place being a landlord easier than ever.      

As a landlord, you are always looking for new ways to protect your investments.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and legal counsel Denny Dobbins sit down to discuss why including a crime-free addendum in every lease helps protect your property.

Sometimes the market conditions present landlords with the question of which is better, a year-long lease or month-to-month. Rent Perfect President David Pickron answered this question with his hard-won knowledge earned as a landlord over the last 30 years. 

Long before your tenant signs the lease, they should be reviewing your criteria.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares how adding timelines to your criteria helps ensure you get tenants who are committed to being your business partner.

With rents and evictions rising, knowing who is in your proprety is more important than ever.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares tips and insight on what to look out for as you are moving on from one tenant to moving in another... and why going with what you already know at a reduced rent may be your best option.  

With the rapid rise in rents, we are seeing more evictions and having a rental check payment returned for NSF is happening more than ever.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares his experience with the first NSF check he has received in his 26 year landlord career.  

When you create a new lease, your new tenants may ask if you'll include items like washer/dryer and other appliances in your property.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares why you should always include strong language in your lease regarding any items left in the home that aren't nailed down. 

With a reduction in what impacts credit bureau scores and the elimination of reporting evictions, how are you as a housing provider supposed to identify the right renter for your property?  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares why it's important to dig through the "BS" meaning the bank statements of your applicants, to get a full picture of their financial history and ability. 

When it comes to your investing path, comparison is the thief of joy.  Whether you have 1 or 100 units, you are part of the best industry.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares why you should design and stick to an investing plan that works for you... and never compare yourself to the investor next to you.  We invite you to follow Casey Franchini of Brick by Brick wealth on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/brickbybrickwealth/ for great resources and training on becoming a successful investor. 

When it comes to your rental applicant criteria, using the word "ever" in relation to questions about evictions or criminal history is becoming a dangerous thing.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares why you should eliminate "ever" from your vocabulary when it comes to qualifying potential tenants.

You know it's a good idea to require background checks on your potential tenants, but there are some types of backgrounds you must avoid at all costs.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares two decades of experience when it comes to how you run background checks on your rental applicants.  If you are ready, sign up for Rent Perfect to do your backgrounds at www.rentperfect.com

Your senses can tell you a lot about what has gone on in your property.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron provides guidance on how using your senses during a move-out inspection can tell you the hidden stories of property and help protect your investment.

Incidents of squatters are on the rise around the country, and may coming to your home soon.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron provides insight on what to do if you find that squatters have occupied your property.

 We've all been victims of fraud one way or another... even if we don't know it.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron shares six simple ways to help protect you from fraud.  You can link here to freeze your credit with Experian: Experian Credit Freeze

Rent Perfect President David Pickron launches a new way for housing providers to manage the vendors that access their properties.  VendorVIP is a new way of creating, managing, hiring and sharing qualified, vetted vendors.     

Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses some of the most basic principles that both old and new investors or landlords can use to build their investments.

Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses the benefits of partnerships in business and why someone always needs to have the last say.

Rent Perfect President David Pickron discusses the benefit of asking the right question when it comes to how you approach your investments of time and resources.  

Does fear control your decision making as a landlord?  Fear of not getting rent, fear of asking hard questions, and fear of denying an application are all real challenges you have to deal with (and overcome) if you want to be a successful landlord.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron sits down to discuss ways to manage from a position of strength and take control of your property. 

With student debt on the rise and the pause on paying back loans coming to an end in June 2023, it's critical for housing providers to be prepared for what comes next.  Listen to Rent Perfect President share his insights into this soon to be challenging situation.

With the recent 9th Circuit Court Ruling regarding background screening rules in Seattle, landlords finally get a win when it comes to managing who is allowed to be in their properties.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this ruling is a great thing for landlords.

Imagine having every interaction you have with your tenants being able to be completed in under one minute.  Rent Perfect's tenant management system allows this and so much more.  Join Rent Perfect President David Pickron as he lays out this revolutionary approach to managing your tenants. 

Covering Principle Five of the White House Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights, Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future. You can download a copy of this new document here https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content...

Covering Principle Four of the White House Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights, Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future. You can download a copy of this new document here https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content...

Covering Principle Three of the White House Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights, Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future.  You can download a copy of this new document here https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content...

Covering Principle Two of the White House Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights, Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future.  You can download a copy of this new document here https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content...

With the recent introduction of the White House Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights landlords have been dealt a whole new challenge.  Rent Perfect President David Pickron and General Counsel Denny Dobbins sit down to discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future.  You can download a copy of this new document here https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/White-House-Blueprint-for-a-Renters-Bill-of-Rights-1.pdf

Drug manufacturing or use on your property can be costly both in terms of rehabbing the property and lost revenue; and the worst part is you may not know it ever took place there.  David Pickron and Denny Dobbins discuss the things to look for when you visit your property to determine if illegal drug activity has been present.