Kansas Fair Housing Act: an Overview

The Kansas Residential Landlord & Tenant Act holds landlords to certain legal obligations. Key among these landlord obligations is strict adherence to the provisions of the Fair Housing Act.The Fair Housing Act was passed into law by Congress in 1968. The goal of this histori...

Squatting Laws in Kansas – An Overview

If you’re a landlord, you may be wondering – what are squatter’s rights in Kansas?A squatter is someone who occupies a property without the owner’s permission. The properties squatters occupy are usually abandoned, foreclosed, or unoccupied. Despite having...

Short Term Rentals vs. Long Term Rentals

As a real estate investor, you are able to turn your investment property into either a short-term or long-term rental. Much like any decision, there are pros and cons related to each of these options. In this article, SCUDO Real Estate & Property Management is going to share ...

Reasons to Invest in Kansas City Real Estate

Few cities in the State of Missouri can match the growth demonstrated by Kansas City. This city’s metro area has expanded significantly in recent years. No longer the quaint agricultural scene that many were used to, KC is now recognized as a distribution and manufacturing ...

Best Areas to Invest in Kansas City

Whether you want to diversify your investment, accumulate wealth, or are looking for a reliable source of passive income, real estate is an investment option that has proved timeless!Investing in real estate offers investors several benefits including a regular monthly income. Wh...

Replacing the Roof on Your Rental Property Can Increase your Rent Rate

All asphalt shingle roofs have a lifespan. According to the local roofing and solar company, Royal Contracting Solutions, when a roof reaches approximately fifteen years old, it’s time to start thinking about replacing it. Neglecting the roof can lead to serious damage...

Top Tips When Buying Investment Property in Kansas City

Are you ready to start investing in the Kansas City real estate market? To help you navigate the Kansas City MO real estate investment industry, our team from SCUDO Real Estate & Property Management has put together a list of the top tips real estate investors in this city sh...

Breaking a Lease in Kansas – Know the Laws

Most landlords require their tenants to sign a lease before moving in. A lease is a contractual agreement that binds both parties to certain obligations for a specific period. During that time, usually a year, both parties must abide by the terms of the lease or rental agree...

A Guide to the Eviction Process in Kansas

Tenant eviction is at times a necessary but unfortunate process for Kansas landlords. It’s usually the last resort after a landlord has done everything else to find alternative solutions. As a landlord in Kansas, you must follow the statewide eviction process and the b...

Kansas Security Deposit Laws

Landlords in Kansas have a right to collect a security deposit from their tenants. But in doing so, there are certain rules that they must follow under the statewide security deposit statute. Whether you are a new landlord or are looking to learn more, here’s what you ...