By Marc Cunningham - Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Should You Own Your Rental Property in an LLC?

Key Points:Considerations for best form of ownershipWhat does an ownership entity do?What are my options for an ownership entity?Real estate investors are faced with many important decisions on how they will own and operate their rental properties, including the legal ownership structure of the property. Should you legally hold the property in your...

By Marc Cunningham - Friday, July 16, 2021

6 Questions to Consider Before Turning Your Home into a Rental Property

Our team at Grace Property Management talks to many homeowners who are weighing their options when it comes to converting their primary residence into a rental property or selling. It’s not an easy yes or no. Six questions to ask yourself when trying to decide:If I didn’t own this home today, would I buy it as a rental property? Th...

By Marc Cunningham - Friday, July 16, 2021

Top 3 Colorado Cities for Real Estate Investors

Investors very frequently ask, “Where should I buy, and what areas should I stay away from?” The top three Colorado rental markets currently presenting the most opportunity for real estate investors are listed below. THORTON This Colorado city is experiencing high growth. Not only in residential property but also in retail gr...

By Marc Cunningham - Thursday, July 15, 2021

Pros & Cons of Investing in Subsidized Housing

Key Points:Determine your unique investment goals.Pros and Cons of investing in subsidized housing.Update for Properties in the City of Denver.What is subsidized housing and should you incorporate it into your investment strategy as an investor? Depending on your own unique investment goals, the answer may be yes. Subsidized housing, (often referre...

By Marc Cunningham - Monday, June 21, 2021

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

IN THIS BLOG:Why paying off the debt on your property is of such great advantage to you.What is compound interest and how can I leverage it to my benefit?How can I pay down my loan faster?One of the biggest factors of success for our clients has been "paid for real estate." You can use debt to amplify your returns, but income skyrockets l...

By Marc Cunningham - Monday, December 21, 2020

Do I Need Special Assessment or Loss Insurance for My Rental Condo?

If I own a rental property that is a condo or townhome - is there any special type of insurance I need to have? If you own a rental property that is a condo or townhome - you have a unique risk because the property is part of a home owners association (HOA). This risk is defined in the declaration page of your homeowners association document a...

By Marc Cunningham - Saturday, November 21, 2020

Four Things to Avoid When Buying A Rental Property

Before investing in a rental property, knowing what to avoid is just as important as knowing to look for. In this post, we share four aspects of rental properties you should avoid before making your real estate investing decision.One BedroomOne-bedroom rental properties often mean the property is a townhome or condo, not a single family home. If ...

By Marc Cunningham - Monday, October 19, 2020

Is Now the Time to Sell Your Denver Rental Property?

As we approach the end of 2020, and with the COVID-19 pandemic still in full force, many Denver real estate investors are asking this question in the midst of chaos: “Is now the right time to sell my Denver rental property?” To answer this question we offer four considers for every real estate investor:1. Interest Rates are at All Time...

By Marc Cunningham - Monday, September 21, 2020

The Eight Most Important Parts of a Colorado Property Management Agreement

If you are considering hiring a property management company to lease and manage your Denver rental property, you should do your research including a review of the property management agreement. This legal document defines the legal relationship between the property owner and the property management company and outlines the obligations of each party...

By Marc Cunningham - Sunday, March 15, 2020

Four Reasons I'm Buying Another Denver Rental Property in 2020

As we all know, the real estate market can be unpredictable. One question we hear quite often is, “Is now a good time to invest in real estate?” Rather than offer simple opinions, here’s why Grace Property Management President, Marc Cunningham has decided to invest in additional Denver rental properties in 2020: Why I&rs...