Considering selling your home and you have tenants in place? There are many factors to consider when selling, and having tenants can complicate the sale. However, with proper communication and a plan, selling with tenants can be successful if these 8 tips for selling a tenant occupied home are followed. Communication with the tenants is paramount in order to create access to the home. Also, explaining the process to the tenants is important as well. Consider how you plan to motivate the tenants...

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Many sellers think that part of the selling process includes having open houses to market the property, and this should be carefully considered.

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Certain areas of the country obviously have fewer temperature extremes, however, it is always good to be prepared and maintain your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) regardless of your location in the country. There are some great tips here to save energy which will overall save you money on your monthly energy expenses

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Be sure to research the cities and communities you are considering relocating to and consider what the local city ordinances and community requirements so make sure you can have your pets. Indoor pets such as a cat or a bird will have fewer requirements than a dog. There are some cities which have breed restrictions and you will want to know that if you have a particular breed.

A condo can be a great real estate investment. Condominium communities create affordability in specific areas which may have a higher price point and open up real estate market to buyers deciding to locate to a specific area. And condos tend to be more affordable. Many of the complexes may cover different utilities such as water, and that is included as part of your monthly HOA bill.