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We can even close in as little as two weeks — the seller picks the closing date and we pay all closing costs! And we’ve helped TONS of people in Fort Wayne to get a fast and fair offer for their homes. Primarily, we buy properties that are in a condition where it’s difficult to … Continued

But how do you prepare a property to be a rental? At Clear Sky Properties, we’ve spent quite a long time investing in real estate in Fort Wayne… so we thought we’d drop by with some tips. Here’s what’s recommended for preparing your property to be a rental. Inspect & Repair — The first thing … Continued

More specifically, we can buy YOUR HOME as-is for a fair cash price. BUT… One of the most common questions we get from home sellers like yourself is… “How do I know your offer is actually fair?” That’s a fair question. Heck, it’s a question we expect to get. And so we thought we’d stop … Continued

The number chosen is an important one — it’ll determine how easy it is to find tenants and keep tenants. The price needs to be competitive. It also needs to cover all of the costs associated with the property. At Clear Sky Properties, we’ve bought, flipped, and rented out a lot of properties in Fort … Continued

Lots of people are having to do that these days. But one of the most difficult parts of moving for work is selling your home at the RIGHT TIME. Sell too soon and there’s not going to be anywhere to live before the new job starts. Sell too late and there’s the worry of paying … Continued

We know what that’s like. The floor needs repaired, windows need replaced, there’s water damage in the bathroom, and the grass is turning more and more grey every year. When falling behind on projects… things can get overwhelming. And then where does one even know where to start. Much less are the funds even available … Continued

You purchased the rental as a source of additional income, to build some free equity… to invest in the future. But bad tenants ruin all of that. They can decrease the value of the property (by destroying it) and make paying the mortgage a real challenge (by paying late). It sounded like a good idea. … Continued

But sick of the WORK required to keep a beautiful lawn? Here are some helpful hacks! Don’t Mow Wet Grass — It’s human nature to just want to go outside and get it done, but wait until the rain stops and give it some time to dry up. Mowing wet grass takes more effort and … Continued

We get it — it’s frustrating. Unfortunately, it’s also a common risk of owning rentals and working with tenants. Sometimes problems slip through the cracks. So what should you do about it? Well, at Clear Sky Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners get rid of criminally active tenants with an emergency eviction. Because if … Continued

Well — it’s always better to be safe than sorry! At Clear Sky Properties, we are quite good at securing our own properties in Fort Wayne and we thought we’d drop by with some quick tips. Here you go! Befriend The Neighbors — Getting acquainted with the surrounding neighbors is a great way to ensure … Continued

Great idea! There are a lot of benefits to doing so: reducing that monthly payment, tapping into equity, paying off the loan faster, getting rid of private mortgage insurance, or switching from an adjustable rate to a fixed rate. But… How does one go about it? Here are the steps! Know The Goal — The … Continued

Lots of people move locations for work — sometimes, though, they change jobs to be able to move somewhere else where they want to live. Either way… We thought we’d drop by and offer some advice for finding a job in another state if you’re looking to move outside of Fort Wayne. Here are some … Continued

Obviously, it’s really difficult to sell a home the traditional way — with a real estate agent through the MLS — if you have a rodent problem. But that’s not the only problem. Mice, rats, and other rodents also cause property damage when they chew through wood, wiring, and drywall, further lowering the value of … Continued

At Clear Sky Properties, we’ve been working in real estate for many years in Fort Wayne and we’ve worked with quite a few property management companies. And it can be a great experience! Or a horrible experience… And so we thought we’d stop by and offer some tips for hiring your first property managers. Here … Continued

If so, it’s important to understand how to periodically treat and test the water you’re using. At Clear Sky Properties, we’ve bought and sold many properties that use well water in the more rural parts of Fort Wayne and there are a few things that people should be aware of. Here’s what one should keep … Continued