rmorris@starkcreate.com, Author at Buckeye Northwest Realty

Local Life Spotlight: Your Guide to the Best Breweries, Bars, and Downtown Nightlife

Hello, Toledo! Whether you've lived in the Glass City for years or are brand new to Northwest Ohio, there's one thing we can all agree on: our nightlife, culture, and local scene are constantly getting better. As your local expert,

The Art of the Difficult Conversation: Managing Tenant Disputes and Late Payments Professionally

Owning a rental property should be about enjoying predictable income, not fielding stressful, emotional phone calls. For self-managing landlords, dealing with late payments, noise complaints, or lease violations is often the single biggest reason they lose sleep, and money. At

The Smart Investor’s Guide: 4 Upgrades That Increase Tenant Retention & Rental Value

As a Toledo property investor, you know the ultimate prize: a tenant who pays on time, stays long-term, and treats your property like their own. But how do you really stand out from the competition and snag that ideal applicant?

Beyond the Classic ‘Buy and Hold’: Modern Real Estate Investment Strategies for Toledo

For many real estate investors, the path to success has traditionally been a simple one: buy a property, find a reliable tenant, and hold it for the long term. While "buy and hold" remains a proven strategy, the modern Toledo