The Numbers
The spreadsheet category. ROI calculations, cost-per-square-foot comparisons, and the hard truth about whether a renovation will actually pay itself back in rent. If it doesn't end with a dollar figure, it doesn't belong here.
42 articles
Renovation Budget Planning for Landlords Who Need the Numbers to Work
Renovation budget planning for rental properties, with real line items, continge...
Cost-Effective Home Renovation: The Numbers I Use Before I Spend a Dollar
cost-effective home renovation tips for landlords who want rent-ready upgrades, ...
Rental Market Trends 2026: What Small Landlords Should Watch
rental market trends 2026 point to slower rent growth, higher carrying costs, an...
Cash Flow Analysis Rental Property: How I Run the Numbers Before I Buy
cash flow analysis rental property made simple: use real rent, vacancy, repairs,...
Tenant Screening Best Practices for Small Landlords
Tenant screening best practices for small landlords: set clear criteria, verify ...
Property Tax Tips for Small Landlords Who Don't Want to Overpay
Property tax tips for small landlords: spot assessment mistakes, gather comps, a...
Landlord Tenant Laws by State: A Small Landlord's Guide
Landlord tenant laws by state: security deposits, eviction rules, notice periods...
Property Management Best Practices for the Weekend Landlord
Property management best practices for landlords with a day job: screening, main...
Before and After Renovation: What Actually Pays Off in a Rental
Before and after renovation photos are fun, but the real question is ROI. See wh...
How to Actually Calculate Rental Property ROI (Without the Spreadsheet Headache)
Learn how to calculate rental property ROI the simple way, including real number...
Real Estate Investing for Beginners: Let's Run the Numbers
Real estate investing for beginners: what actually matters — cash flow, spreadsh...
BRRRR Strategy: Can It Work for a Small-Scale Landlord?
BRRRR strategy explained for small landlords. See real rehab numbers, refinance ...