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Friday, February 2, 2024

Smooth Sailing in the Cedar Valley: How EPM Iowa Can Manage Your HOA Hassles
Living in a Homeowner's Association (HOA) offers a sense of community and shared responsibility for maintaining a beautiful, well-maintained environment. However managing an HOA can be a complex and time-consuming task, especially for busy homeowners or board members. That's where EPM Iowa steps in, offering expert HOA management ...

Monday, May 15, 2023

Reasons to Invest in Waterloo Real Estate
Investing in real estate is one of the best ways to increase your monthly income and build your wealth. However, deciding where to buy an investment property is not a simple choice. The city in which you buy will determine the types of tenants you attract, your vacancy rate, and even how much rent you can charge. Additionally, every ...

Friday, April 14, 2023

Top Tips When Buying Investment Property in Waterloo
Investing in real estate is one of the most stable ways of building wealth, and Waterloo, IA is a great place to start. Whether you are a seasoned real estate investor or just starting, Waterloo offers a great opportunity to grow your investment portfolio. In this article, we here at EPM Iowa will cover our top tips to consider when ...

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Breaking a Lease in Waterloo, Iowa - Know the Laws
As a landlord in Iowa, it's important to understand the rules and regulations surrounding the breaking of a lease. While a lease is a legally binding contract that tenants are expected to honor, circumstances can arise that may require them to move out before the lease term ends. It's crucial to know your rights and obligati...

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

A Guide to the Eviction Process in Waterloo, Iowa
Chapter 562A of the Iowa Landlord and Tenant Law grants landlords the right to evict tenants if the reason is justifiable, such as nonpayment of rent. When evicting a tenant, you must follow the state’s specific eviction process. It would be illegal for a landlord to take matters into their own hands and remove the tenant by t...

Friday, January 13, 2023

Iowa Security Deposit Laws
As a landlord, you want your property to be taken care of by tenants like it's their own. This isn’t always the case, however, as some tenants may not be able to consistently uphold their responsibilities during their stay.Collecting a security deposit when your tenants move-in is a good idea so that you have an assurance that ...

Monday, December 19, 2022

How Do You Purchase Properties in Cedar Rapids with High Interest Rates?
Purchasing investment rental properties with high bank interest rates is difficult but a great way to increase your rental income and build wealth over time. Having the right strategy and knowledge is key to making the most of your investment. Here are some tips to help you successfully pu...

Friday, December 16, 2022

Controlling Utility Expenses
Controlling Utility ExpensesIn many cases, especially multi-family properties, the owner pays some of the utility expenses for the residents. This may be the water and sewer, trash, and even heating bills. There are many ways to ensure your owner paid utilities are as efficient as possible, and we’re going to focus on water savings...

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Rental Increase Letters
Every owner and landlord should evaluate their rental rates 90 days before the end of their Residents’ terms to determine if they should adjust the rental amount or terms of their lease. Take into account any property tax increases, maintenance expenses, and insurance rate increases. You may also want to take into account how diffic...

Monday, December 5, 2022

Iowa Rental Laws - An Overview of Landlord Tenant Rights in Waterloo
Are you a landlord that wants to know more about Iowa landlord-tenant law? Luckily, we can help!Iowa, just like all states, has its own set of landlord-tenant laws to protect both the landlord and the tenants of a rental property. As a landlord, you must be familiar with these laws in order to ensure you are following the rent and tenanc...

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