Rent to Own Home Scams in Bettendorf – How to Avoid Scams

Are you starting to look for rent to own houses in Bettendorf? Rent to own homes (also called lease option or lease purchase) has become a popular way of getting into a house when your financial situation has thrown your house hunt for a curve. But, you may have heard of some of the scams out … Continued

Rent 2 Own Homes in Bettendorf – what’s the catch?

In the real estate market today, it is very tempting to follow through on one of those ads in the local paper or on Craigslist that are practically screaming the great deal of rent 2 own homes in Bettendorf IA.  This option can be a win-win for both parties, but is it always the best method … Continued

Using A Lease Option To Sell Your House in Bettendorf

Thinking about selling your Bettendorf house? Consider a lease option to get the price you want! Learn more in our latest post! Lease options can be a better selling strategy than most people realize. It will help you get the best price overall while providing you with extra income until the house has officially sold. … Continued

The Costs of Rent to Own Housing – For the Bettendorf IA Area

Owning a home — it’s part of the American Dream! Home ownership gives a sense of freedom, security, and permanence. Americans dream of growing up, finding a home, and starting a family; they dream of owning their own piece of land and proudly knowing “it’s mine.” Millions of families want a nice home, a white … Continued

Things To Look For When Renting To Own A Home In Bettendorf IA

Renting to own a home in Bettendorf, or any city for that matter, isn’t a new concept… but the whole process of “renting to own a house” is a process that most people have questions about. Well, you’re in the right place! This article will walk you through what to look for if you’re looking for … Continued

Why Rent When You Can Own in Bettendorf IA?

Why rent when you can own in Bettendorf IA? Great question! If you’re looking for Bettendorf houses for rent you may want to consider your other options as a potential homeowner in the Bettendorf area. Most locals who are looking for homes to rent in Bettendorf are likely looking at renting as their only option … Continued

Renting An Apartment vs Renting A House in Bettendorf

So, you’re looking for a place to rent in Bettendorf? As you’ve already seen… there are a lot of options in the Bettendorf area for housing. All the way from apartments in Bettendorf to rental houses in Bettendorf… condos… mobile homes, and more. But if you’re struggling to decide if you want to rent an … Continued

How Do Rent To Own Homes Work In Bettendorf?

One of the first questions we get from potential tenant buyers of our local Bettendorf IA rent to own homes / lease option homes is “how do rent to own homes work in Bettendorf?” With a flooded real estate market, especially since the bubble burst of the mid-2000’s, rent-to-own homes have become a popular option for … Continued

Are Bettendorf Rent-to-Own Homes a Scam?

If you’ve spent time driving around Bettendorf IA or browsing Craigslist or other sites, you may have seen advertisements that read, “Own a home for $500/month. No credit check!” While it seems too good to be true, local rent-to-own homes are a viable option that many Bettendorf residents are taking advantage of. But… Are Bettendorf Rent-to-Own Homes a … Continued

Tips On Renting A Home In Bettendorf

In today’s article, we’ll take a look at some tips on renting a home in Bettendorf that you should consider when renting your next home in Bettendorf. As property values plummeted over the latter part of the 2000’s, many people began to turn to renting. There are plenty of reasons to rent as opposed to purchasing a home, including … Continued