How do I set the rental price for my property?

The first step is to collect information on comparable rentals in the area. Look for other homes that have rented recently in your area which are similar to your home in terms of square footage, bedroom/bathroom configuration, age, condition, upgrades, etc.

Have these homes rented quickly? Or did they take a long time? All of this information should be factored in to your final estimate of monthly rental value. Potential sources of comparable data information are area real estate agents, newspaper listings and property management companies.

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