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Don’t Buy A Vacation Rental Or Investment Home Until Your Read This

July 17, 20252 min read

Don’t Buy A Vacation Rental Or Investment Home Until Your Read This

If you’ve just started to tinker with the idea of becoming a landlord or putting your finger in the proverbial pie of vacation rentals, there’s a lot you need to know. From considering becoming a landlord to all of the legalities surrounding your decision, this resource guide from the Mary Ellen Vanaken Team can get you on the right track.

The Ins And Outs Of Being A Landlord

It’s not as easy as it sounds, but a little research can smooth the bumps in the road.

 

23 Considerations for How to Become a Landlord

Getting a Mortgage on a Second Home/Vacation Property

11 Traits Tenants Look for in a Landlord

Dynamic Pricing Strategies for Vacation Rental Properties

When You Find The Right Property

Great! You finally found what you think will be a lucrative investment. Here are some resources to help you turn a profit, whether you need to keep it clean or find a property management firm.

 

Why You Need a Maid Service for Your Vacation Rental Home

8 Benefits Of Using A Property Management Company

Connect With Professional Property Managers

Reasons Not to Hire a Property Manager

Find Software That Makes Running Things Simple

Odds and Ends to Consider

What To Do If Your Rental Property Needs Repair
The Importance of Curb Appeal on Rental Property
What’s the Most Effective Way of Marketing a Vacation Rental Property?

Starting a Rental Property Company

The Best and Worst States for Landlords

Guide to Starting a Property Management Business

A Guide to Buying Your First Rental Property

Protect Your Assets Through Your Business Structure

 

When you want to turn a profit in real estate, you have options. From renting out a property you already own to buying a beautiful beach condo for tourists to enjoy, there’s money to be made sharing your space with others. But don’t go into it blindly – use this guide to arm yourself with the information you need to succeed, and connect with Mary Ellen Vanaken Team for all your real estate needs.

Mary Ellen was born and raised in Long Island, New York. After graduating from college, she worked on Wall Street for JP Morgan in New York City. For the past 25+ years, she has been living in the Alpharetta, Georgia with her husband and daughter. International travel and business are her passions and she loves to go to as many different countries of the world as possible and to indulge in the culture.

Mary Ellen has an outgoing personality and is known to be aggressive in marketing real estate. Her goal is to make YOU happy and she knows that buying and selling houses can be very stressful. Her job is to make it as stress-free as possible. With her background in accounting and finance, she will be able to help you find the best value your money can buy.

Her professional associations and certifications include Atlanta Board of Realtors, Leadership Council for Keller Williams Realty, CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) and CFIS (Certified Foreign Investor Specialist) as well as being a member of KWGPS (Keller Williams Realty Global Property Specialist). In the past several years, Mary Ellen has worked to achieve several additional designations including CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist), SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist, e-Pro Certified and a Certified DRS AgentTM

Mary Ellen Vanaken

Mary Ellen was born and raised in Long Island, New York. After graduating from college, she worked on Wall Street for JP Morgan in New York City. For the past 25+ years, she has been living in the Alpharetta, Georgia with her husband and daughter. International travel and business are her passions and she loves to go to as many different countries of the world as possible and to indulge in the culture. Mary Ellen has an outgoing personality and is known to be aggressive in marketing real estate. Her goal is to make YOU happy and she knows that buying and selling houses can be very stressful. Her job is to make it as stress-free as possible. With her background in accounting and finance, she will be able to help you find the best value your money can buy. Her professional associations and certifications include Atlanta Board of Realtors, Leadership Council for Keller Williams Realty, CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) and CFIS (Certified Foreign Investor Specialist) as well as being a member of KWGPS (Keller Williams Realty Global Property Specialist). In the past several years, Mary Ellen has worked to achieve several additional designations including CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist), SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist, e-Pro Certified and a Certified DRS AgentTM

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