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Single-Family Rentals Smart Home Automation: Upgrading Your Investment

A comprehensive smart home technology package elevates the value of a single-family rental (SFR) property for both the operator and renter. These smart home devices and systems (like lighting, security, HVAC and irrigation) are remotely controlled with ease via a smartphone app. Here are a few of the most important items to consider including in a rental property’s smart home automation package to help you maximize your SFR investments.  
 

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Smart Upgrades: Leverage Renovations to Maximize SFR Investment Value

Renovations can enhance a home’s value, but owners and operators of single-family rentals have special considerations including the costs and logistics around properties needing to be vacant, which cuts into your return. Here are key observations from MCS’s team of reno experts to consider as you decide if renovating a rental property makes sense for you.

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6 Smart Money Savers for SFR Investment Properties

Protecting your single-family rental (“SFR”) property investment is a top priority, but it’s just as critical to stay on budget. Start the year off right with a plan in place to save money on property services for your single-family rentals—without sacrificing quality or tenant satisfaction. From simple fixes to longer-term strategies, we’ve got you covered with these six money-saving ideas.

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