Welcome To The Playroom

We've named our blog after the most joyful room in the house, because that's the feeling which best describes living in a Belong home. We'll be sharing tips, trends and stories from our community that capture the many ways in which we're making long-term renting a new way of life. One where all people Belong.

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Renew Or Replace: The True Costs Of Tenant Turnover For Rental Homeown...

Discover the true cost of tenant turnover when renewing or replacing residents as a self-managing landlord, hiring a property manager, or working with Belong.

Property Management

Landlord-Tenant Relationships

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated Jun 20, 2024

A young renter complains to her landlord about a rental home issue

4 Common Complaints About Rental Homes and How to Manage Them

Handled well, tenant complaints can be opportunities for landlords. Here's how to handle 4 common issues to keep a rental running smoothly and cashflow steady

Landlord-Tenant Relationships

Property Management

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated Jun 12, 2024

A man trims the lawn on his rental home

It’s Peak Rental Season! Get Ready with This Essential Summer Maintena...

Rental Home Summer Maintenance Checklist Essentials: Maximize rental income by getting your home in top shape to attract and keep residents during peak season.

Maintenance

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated May 30, 2024

A couple working on a laptop to calculate how much rent to charge for an investment property

How Much Rent Should I Charge? A Quick Guide To Smart Pricing Strategi...

Dive into the 1% rule, data-driven strategies and local analysis to find out how to price your rental home and determine what to charge for rent in any market

Property Management

Finance and Investments

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated May 29, 2024

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How Belong Compares To The Best Property Managers in Texas

Hunting for the best property management in Texas? We compare 7 top-ranked PMCs and their fees with Belong's tech-forward property management alternative.

Texas

Property Management

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated May 22, 2024

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Renter Rights Are Changing: What Homeowners Need To Know In 2024

What is a Renter Bill of Rights and how is it shaping tenant rights in 2024?

Legal & Regulatory

Written By Melanie Kershaw

Last Updated May 14, 2024

A birds-eye view of single-family homes in a local neighborhood

9 Ways Belong Flipped Property Management on its Head

Guaranteed rent, innovative financing, 24/7 support, a world-class app and cash referrals are just some of the ways Belong is leaving property management behind

Belong

Tech & Innovation

Written By Tyler Infelise

Last Updated May 13, 2024

An image of the Seattle city skyline, with a view of houses and condos in the foreground. Learn more about where to invest in Seattle real estate.

Rent Out Your Seattle Home Like a Pro in 2024

Find rental home success in Seattle with 8 ideas for creating a successful long-term management strategy and optimizing your rental home in Washington state.

Washington

Written By Sparsh Mehta

Last Updated May 1, 2024

Happy residents moving into a home on the Belong residential network

From Frustration to Freedom: Why Homeowners Choose Belong

Whether you’re dealing with a problematic property management company or just burnt out on self-managing your rental homes, Belong can help.

Property Management

Written By Sparsh Mehta

Last Updated Apr 30, 2024

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