The 9 US housing markets where tenants are most behind on rent

One in every four renters in some U.S. markets is behind on monthly rent payments after a historic run-up in prices, according to data released Monday by real estate portal MyEListing.com. Continue reading

5 Airbnb options that are cheaper than this $143 a night storage unit

Short-term rental owners were surprised to find a container without windows and 3 bunk beds brought in that much rent. “Jesus Christ,” wrote one short-term rental investor, “someone has done it.” Here are five Airbnb options that are cheaper than that. Continue reading

Woman allegedly kills ex-landlord after forging $40,000 of his checks

Prosecutors say Xiu Fang Ke beat Leonard Garber with a hammer and wrapped his body in a curtain after he confronted her about forging his checks. Continue reading

Markets in the Midwest, East Coast are weathering headwinds the best

A new Redfin report finds markets in the Midwest and East Coast are weathering the market slowdown better than anywhere else. Chicago, Milwaukee and Albany, New York, top the list. Continue reading

With rent high and sales slow, more owners are becoming landlords

The slowdown in home sales, paired with the meteoric rise in rent, has more homeowners looking to become landlords rather than sell their homes in this market. Continue reading

Investor rush into short-term rentals is outpacing demand

Average daily rates, nights booked and revenue are all up, according to new data. And investors are bringing short-term rentals online faster than guests can book them. Continue reading

Rent rose so much, so fast it might have contributed to latest downtick

Yet another report — this one by CoreLogic — shows that the rapid pace of rent increases is beginning to slow. Some of the increases occurred so quickly that they may have cooled growth. Continue reading

The color of money: Unique ways to prosper in today’s tough market

One revenue stream is not enough to keep you afloat during market shifts. Trainer and author Bernice Ross speaks with agent Taunee English to discover how she leverages three different streams to maximize financial security. Continue reading