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Best Apps for Landlords to Use in NC | Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

What’s the Best Apps for Landlords? Managing rental properties can be a lot of work! Once you own multiple units, keeping track of everything can become overwhelming. So it’s really important for you to use an app. The best apps for landlords! Fortunately, technology has made managing rental properties easier than ever. There are many … Continued

The Easiest Way to Sell a House in Wilmington When There are Multiple Owners

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Multiple property owners multiply the complexities when it’s time to sell. However, you can mitigate misunderstandings, miscommunications, and missed opportunities to earn the highest possible profits by taking steps to keep the stress levels low, preventing costly issues. When investors enter into joint ownership, it’s best to do so under the advice of a local … Continued

The Pros and Cons of Selling Your House Directly in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Listing your home for sale isn’t always the best choice, especially if your property isn’t well matched to the demands of the traditional real estate market. Unfortunately, if you have done any research, you have probably learned you won’t save yourself any time or money by listing on your own as it rarely works out … Continued

3 Ways Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc. is Different From Other Real Estate Agents in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

As more and more industries evolve, hybrid technology is rising to the forefront. As a result of increased technology and changing trends in the real estate industry, hybrid investor real estate agents have evolved. They offer an alternative sales method that combines two forces in real estate, creating powerhouses in a one-stop shop. At Jonathan … Continued
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How to Sell a House in Wilmington When Dealing With a Messy Divorce

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Learn to sell your house even if you’re going through a divorce. Selling your house is fraught with stress, from deciding how to sell and all the steps to prepare; when you add in the complications of a divorce, it only serves to amp up the volume. However, when making what may be one of … Continued

5 Ways to Find Off-Market Properties in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Every day thousands of buyers turn to the MLS to find their new homes. However, they are missing out on an untapped market of properties that evade most, known as off-market properties which cannot be found on the MLS. Nevertheless, there are many reasons sellers select this option, about 10 percent of annual home sales … Continued

How to Compete Without Cash In Wilmington – 3 “Pro” Secrets

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

If you are thinking about investing in real estate but don’t have the cash, you might be wondering how to compete without cash in Wilmington but still invest. Fortunately, there are 3 pro secrets that you can use to still do deals! Keep reading to find out what they are… Real estate investing is a … Continued

How to Manage Tenant Conflict in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

If you own a rental property, you’ll need to know how to handle and resolve tenant conflicts. You will experience both conflicts with tenants directly, and also have to mediate between tenants if you own a multi-family property. Tension and fighting between neighbors will be stressful for all parties. It pays to be proactive in resolving … Continued

How to Improve Tenant Retention in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Anyone can become a landlord. But not everyone knows how to find and keep quality tenants. To help increase your overall ROI, we have put together some ideas to help improve tenant retention! In the simplest terms, the more turnovers you have, the more days your property will be vacant. The more days your property sits … Continued

Why Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc. is Buying Homes in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

When making choices that significantly affect our finances and personal life, it’s helpful to understand the motivation of someone you are working with to achieve a goal. Knowing why someone does the things they do on your behalf can help you make the best decision. Read on to find out why Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ … Continued

The Eviction Process – Do’s and Don’ts in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

As a landlord, you will inevitably have to deal with the eviction process. It’s never fun, for you or the tenant. But there are ways to prepare, so you can make things go as smoothly as possible. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you navigate the process. What You Should Do: Try to … Continued

How Landowners Are Capitalizing On The Demand For Rentals In Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

With the pandemic, the real estate market underwent a renewed focus of the population on the home, homeschooling, and a preference for home-based family activities to avoid crowds. In addition, there are no longer the past restrictions of working on-site near larger city centers as much of the population now has the freedom of working … Continued

6 Things You Need to Know About Selling a Distressed Property in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

When homes go on the market, they are typically prepped and ready for buyers to come through and inspect with a fine-tooth comb. However, life doesn’t always go to plan, and not all homeowners are in a position to ready their property to the condition that most buyers prefer. For some, financial difficulties led to … Continued

How to Find a Rent To Own House in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Are you trying to find a rent to own house in your Wilmington or NC? Rent to own house deals are not hard to find if you know where to look. But these deals are not the mainstream type of real estate deal when you are looking for a home. What you will usually find are either … Continued