A tenant turnover is simply part of being a real estate investor. Here's how to prepare yourself.

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Today I want to talk about an inevitable part of being a real estate investor: the tenant turnover. For some reason, this is one part of investing that seems to scare new investors.

What is a tenant turnover? It's simply when one tenant moves out, and the rental property is cleaned up, marketed, and rented to a new tenant. Trust me when I say that tenant turnovers are just part of the business.

I mean, think about it: have you ever moved? Do you know anyone who has? Of course! People have changing circumstances, and you should not expect that your tenants will stay forever. Let's get that out of the way: tenant turnovers happen, don't panic about it. Do not let this derail you from your overall big goal, it's simply a tiny moment in the big plan.

Instead of worrying about tenant turnovers, you should prepare for them. As I always say, your ROI formula should account for expenses, including vacancies.

Here's what you should expect: as your tenant's lease nears to a close, your property manager will discuss with them if they'd like to renew the lease or if they're planning on moving out.

If the tenant is moving, the property management team will inspect the property to determine what types of repairs need to be done. This can be anything from deep cleaning to drywall repair and painting, replacing carpet, and so on. The property management team will decide what needs to be done to make your rental suitable for the next tenant. And think of that as a good thing! You're making a great home for your tenant while also keeping up the maintenance of your investment.

The tenant turnover process can be one of the most expensive parts of running a real estate business. Those expenses can vary, but it can add up quickly! Not only are you paying to repair the property, but you're also missing out on rental income. That's why it's important that you 1) prepare and 2) work with a great property management company.

I don't want you to feel shocked or panicked when you hear about an upcoming tenant turnover. Remember, you're a responsible investor! It's normal to feel a little uneasy, but since you've done your due diligence, a tenant turnover is not going to make or break you.

So let's talk a little bit about actually dealing with the expenses. How you deal with tenant turnover expenses depends on how you bought the property.

-If you are working within a self-directed IRA, then your custodian and property manager will have to account for these expenses through the self-directed IRA. Remember, all expenses for the property have to come out of that account, and you cannot pay for it out of pocket.

-If you are paying for a loan out of your rental income, then you need to make sure that you have a couple months of loan payments set aside so you do not default on your loan. This is all a part of your accounting for those expenses.

How you pay for these expenses can vary, but no matter your situation, the most important thing is that you have a plan. So when (and not IF) your property manager alerts you of a move out, I want you to feel confident and prepared.
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