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The Fireside Ridge

Rentals, real estate investing, and financial independence - learned the hard way.

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The Fireside Ridge
Rentals, real estate investing, and financial independence - learned the hard way.
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    Landlord Strategy

    The Battery Box: A Thing I Always Take With Me to Rental Maintenance Visits

    ByThe Fireside Ridge December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

    A simple battery box is one of the easiest ways I save time, money, and stress during rental maintenance visits by preventing unnecessary emergency calls.

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    Landlord Strategy

    The Annoyance Increase: How to Raise Rent Without Losing Good Tenants

    ByThe Fireside Ridge December 9, 2025December 11, 2025

    Small, steady rent increases feel annoying now, but they prevent angry, catch-up hikes later. The annoyance increase keeps good tenants in place while quietly protecting your rental income.

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  • Clean home office desk with laptop, notebook, coffee mug, and flowers used for tenant screening work.
    Landlord Strategy

    Why I Wait for the Right Tenant – Even When It “Costs Me Money”

    ByThe Fireside Ridge December 8, 2025December 17, 2025

    Most landlords rush to fill vacancies — but taking your time and sticking to good criteria saves you money and stress in the long run. Learn the real reason patience beats desperation.

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  • Rental scams: how fake landlords steal real listings
    Landlord Strategy

    Rental Scams Exposed: How Fake Listings Trick Renters

    ByThe Fireside Ridge December 7, 2025December 13, 2025

    Scammers are hijacking legitimate property listings to steal deposits and personal information. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself before it’s too late.

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I’m Brandy - landlord and investor behind The Fireside Ridge. I share the hard-earned lessons and systems that make rentals run smoothly.

Recent Posts

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  • The Battery Box: A Thing I Always Take With Me to Rental Maintenance Visits
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  • The Power of OPM: How to Build Wealth With Other People’s Money
  • Rental Property Taxes: How Listing Photos Can Increase Your Tax Value

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