Tenants

April 6, 2026

National Rents Hit Biggest Drop Since 2017 — Here’s Why the Twin Cities Is Different

Spring is usually a great season for housing providers. They not only get a reprieve from the snow, but also it’s the time of year when […]

March 18, 2026

Rent Now, Pay Later: What Minneapolis Landlords Need to Know About Tenant Payment Plans

Several years ago a tenant asked if I would allow him to break his rent into two separate payments. He said having rent drawn from separate […]

March 11, 2026

Does Rent Control Hurt Tenants? Minneapolis vs St Paul Rent Data Says Yes

Every time I review Housinglink’s monthly data on rent in Minneapolis and St Paul, I’m reminded what a terrible policy rent control is for tenants. And, […]

February 24, 2026

5 Tips On Being A Duplex Landlord When You Live Next Door

So, you’ve officially closed on your duplex. You’re house hacking, and you just moved in. Then reality hits. It’s 9:00 PM on a Sunday, and they’re […]