Laura Bolick

If you’re thinking of becoming a first-time landlord, be aware that the road can be paved with both benefits and pitfalls. Certainly, there is good money to be made through rental properties, but only if they are managed well and expectations are kept realistic. One of the most basic considerations is location, and the city of Rochester NY is an excellent ...

As a property investor, there are many aspects that need consideration if a profit is to be made. But none is more important than the property itself – because if you don’t present an appealing, safe and comfortable house or apartment in a good location for rent, who would want to live there? ...

For experienced landlords or newcomers to real estate investing, Rochester NY has a reputation as being a sound and potentially lucrative city to purchase a rental property. Along with good quality properties from which to choose, the city’s impressive infrastructure, great standard of living, and good employment prospects make it an attractive place for multiple demographics considering a move. ...

Becoming a property investor can be extremely rewarding financially, but it’s not a road everyone can venture down successfully. For a newbie, the value of research cannot be overstated – and that means every aspect from the location and type of the house or apartment you purchase, to understanding your legal and ethical responsibilities as a landlord. ...

Real estate investment (to be specific, purchasing a property with the intention of becoming a landlord) might sound like a quick and easy way of getting someone to pay off a mortgage for you and pocketing a tidy profit along the way. The good news is that can definitely be the case – as long as you listen to professional advice along the way. ...

Real estate investment is becoming increasingly accessible to regular people, not just high-flying moguls with unlimited cash to splash. Purchasing a house or apartment with the view to renting it out for profit is a great way to invest in the lucrative real estate market. Not only do you get a steady income stream, but the property (usually) will increase in value, delivering you capital gains or equity to use to expand your portfolio. ...

If you’ve recently become a landlord or are still at the “thinking” stage of purchasing an investment property, you’ve probably worked out already that there are myriad considerations. What’s the best place to buy? How much should you spend? How do you find the right tenants? Do you need professional help? The latter is a no-brainer, really, and employing the services of a good local property manager will take care of all the other questions you might have, and many more ...

Investing in property and becoming a landlord can have some fantastic lifestyle and financial benefits – particularly in a city like Rochester NY. With plenty of available properties and a seemingly on-tap supply of qualified tenants, with professional rental property management, Rochester NY is recognised as one of the very best places in the country to invest. ...

Rochester NY is a wonderful place to live and work – something that’s attested to by the number of people (across a wide variety of demographics) choosing this vibrant city as their new home. For investors looking to capitalize on this growth and become a landlord, this is excellent news, and, with the help of professional rental property management, Rochester NY can be a very profitable place to build a portfolio. ...

Even the greenest of property investors understands that in order to make a profit as a landlord, the most important factor to consider is where you buy the house or apartment you intend to rent out. Because the thing is not necessarily to choose a place that you like – after all, you won’t be living there – but a place that attracts a large pool of quality prospective tenants. ...

Naturally, every landlord wants to make a profit from their investment. But the smart investor knows there’s a difference between simply collecting rent to cover your costs, and maximizing the returns you can feasibly make. Becoming a landlord is not a job for the faint-hearted, with myriad factors affecting whether you’ll be successful or end up in financial hot water. Location is one of the most important aspects, and for newbies looking for an investment property, Rochester NY is one ...

For landlords, the most important thing is to have tenants, right? Well, yes; but that universally acknowledged truth is not the whole story. Of course you don’t want the house or apartment to be vacant and have no rent coming in, but equally, you don’t want the wrong tenant in there – one who potentially might not pay the rent or take reasonable care of your investment. When it comes to managing an investment property, Rochester NY experts say that one of the most ...

As an investment, property has always been a consistent and appealing prospect — both to those already on the ladder and looking to grow a portfolio, and new investors dipping a tentative toe in the market. It does take a certain kind of person to become (and stay) successful as a landlord, but that’s not to say it’s the domain of the wealthy and/or business minded. What it does require is a generous dose of realism and common sense, and the ability to listen to the experts — which is ...

Purchasing property and becoming a landlord can be a great way to make a profit. If done correctly, it can be extremely lucrative — however, by the same token, if done in the wrong way, it can become a financial and emotional millstone. But what do we mean by the “wrong way”, and how can you make sure you don’t fall into the traps awaiting the inexperienced investor? Don’t worry — the answers are relatively simple. ...

Any experienced landlord knows their best professional friend is their property manager. Few people have the time or skills to manage their own investment, and this industry is definitely one that benefits from “allowing the experts to do their jobs.” Being a landlord is fraught with difficulties and challenges — in both a practical and legal sense — and having someone on your side, who understands the market, has the legal know-how, and is skilled in the administrational ...

Becoming a property investor can be exciting, daunting and profitable in equal measure. Making a profit through rental income is an excellent way of creating healthy cash flow, as well as potentially gaining equity through capital growth. But there are quite a few factors to consider before diving into the world of being a landlord. One of the most basic parts of the investment equation is understanding the concept and specifics of “rental yield”. ...

Purchasing an apartment, house or commercial property and making a profit through rental income can be an excellent investment — but it’s not for everybody. You might not think there’s much to it: purchase a place, install a tenant and receive your rent money, right? On the surface that is indeed the way you go about it; but there is a lot more ...

Property investing to make a profit by renting out is no longer the domain of the traditional wealthy landlord stereotype. Anyone with the means to secure and service a mortgage can purchase a house or apartment and rent it out to tenants with the view to (hopefully) making a profit. There are, of course, caveats to that, and it’s important not only to do your research, but also engage the help and advice of property experts before you make any financial commitment. ...

When you’re considering becoming a landlord, it’s not quite as simple as sticking a pin in a map, purchasing a house or apartment, installing a tenant and sitting back to count your money every month. Although we all wish that were true… You’ve no doubt heard the saying “location, location, location”? It may sound like a cliché, but ...

The process of water softening is essential for a huge range of industrial applications. It tackles the issue of “hard water”— which has high levels of calcium, magnesium and other minerals. This can cause debilitating limescale build-up on boilers and other vital equipment, decreasing their efficacy and causing costly downtime and other operational expenses. ...

Reverse osmosis (RO) has been around since 1959 (although the process of osmosis was observed in a laboratory setting as far back as 1758) and today it is used in a vast number of applications. In an industrial context, the process has become invaluable, and if not for this vital water purification technology, the world might look a very different place. ...

There are many industries that require the installation and use of a wastewater treatment plant, including food processing, textile manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and mining - to name just a few. The effective and ethical management of large quantities of effluent produced by manufacturing or processes is essential, not only to ensure the smooth running of the operation, but also to stay compliant with strict discharge limits created to protect the environment and our dwindling ...

Water softening is an essential process for the great many industries that use water in their manufacturing or production operations. Neglecting to invest in the process can cause vital equipment failure, increased energy consumption, reduced efficiency, and costly repairs or replacements that may not have been necessary. Using a professional water treatment company to carry out the softening process is essential to ensure the job is done correctly and ...

The issue of how to manage industrial effluent is one that’s faced by countless businesses across a wide range of industries. One of the most important reasons that the industrial water treatment sector is so tightly regulated is its huge and vital role in ensuring compliance to environmental standards on a local, national and global scale. ...