{"id":2164,"date":"2021-01-06T21:42:11","date_gmt":"2021-01-07T02:42:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/?p=2164"},"modified":"2021-01-06T21:42:12","modified_gmt":"2021-01-07T02:42:12","slug":"the-leasing-agents-guide-to-comparable-rental-reports","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/the-leasing-agents-guide-to-comparable-rental-reports\/","title":{"rendered":"The Leasing Agent\u2019s Guide To Comparable Rental Reports"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the things that tenants look at when finding a place to lease is the rental price. Not everyone has the luxury to pay for a place that is way out of their budget. Most of the time, the cheaper the rent is, the better. It is the landlord\u2019s task to determine the rental price of his property. Sometimes they will also ask leasing agents or a third-party service to help them set the correct amount. However, some landlords are unaware of how to decide on the rental price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overpricing can result in lesser chances of getting tenants. Pricing the property lower than it should be, on the other hand, can mean that the landlord will not get the income he deserves. The key is to find the perfect balance to decide on the price without compromising the quality. But how do landlords find the right rate?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One way that landlords can determine how much they should charge for rent is to check their competitors. They should review other rentals in their area, and this can be based on comparable rental reports. What exactly is that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-markus-spiske-1679618-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-markus-spiske-1679618-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-markus-spiske-1679618-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-markus-spiske-1679618-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-markus-spiske-1679618.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1>Comparable rental properties<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Before I explain what it is, let me first introduce you to comparable rental properties. These properties are located within the same area and have the same features as the property the landlord is trying to fill in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By using comparable rental reports, landlords can check the different rental prices in the market. It will help them identify if what they\u2019re charging for is fair or not. Let me elaborate on the reasons why it is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the landlord charges higher than they should, there is a lesser number of people that can afford it. They can hire you to look for the renters for them, but it is going to be challenging. The current economic situation right now makes it more difficult because many people have lost their jobs. A lot of them cannot afford to rent an expensive property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-lukas-590022-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-lukas-590022-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-lukas-590022-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-lukas-590022-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-lukas-590022.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the landlord decides to charge a lower price, more tenants will become interested in renting. However, it will also mean a lower income for him. Remember that some of the money they get from rent will still go to bills, property maintenance, and other necessities. There might not be enough left for the landlord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Comparable rental reports will help find the balance. That way, the landlord will not overcharge or undercharge. Here are the things that we should consider when making a comparable rental report:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Look for properties of the same size, amenities, number of rooms, and features.<br>\u2022 Find at least 5-8 identical properties and list down the rental prices to come up with an average amount.<br>\u2022 Browse the different properties in your area using online websites.<br>\u2022 Decide on the price that will make both the landlord and tenants satisfied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1>Important Factors<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>There are factors we have to keep in mind in making comparable rental reports. The first thing is the location. If possible, look for similar properties near the house you\u2019re trying to rent out. If there aren\u2019t that many, you can search beyond the area. It is vital to have as many bases as you can to gather more data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-phyo-hein-kyaw-881727-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-phyo-hein-kyaw-881727-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-phyo-hein-kyaw-881727-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-phyo-hein-kyaw-881727-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.padleads.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/pexels-phyo-hein-kyaw-881727.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We also have to take into account the property\u2019s existing and extra features. The property might have a better fa\u00e7ade, better location, and amenities. Accessibility is also a bonus. The tenants will become more interested if there are nearby establishments and different types of transportation available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These features will help determine the correct and fair pricing of the property. As much as possible, make comparable rental reports before advertising. As soon as you post the property listing at Padleads and after you syndicate it to other websites, it is better if the price is already set.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the things that tenants look at when finding a place to lease is the rental price. 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