Home Forward Blog

How a Lexington owner loses a deposit dispute they should win

By Nathan Peel - Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A tenant moves out, leaving $1,800 in real carpet and drywall damage. The owner photographs all of it, subtracts it from the deposit, and feels on solid ground. Then it comes apart over a bank account and two signatures from move-in day — the damage never enters the convers...

Rental Management or Tenant Placement: Which Is Better for Lexington, KY, Landlords?

By Nathan Peel - Sunday, June 14, 2026

Owning a rental property in Lexington, KY, can be an excellent way to generate income and build long-term wealth. As the city continues to attract new residents, students, and professionals, demand for quality rental housing remains strong. However, a profitable rental property d...

OwnerInvestor Newsletter May 2026

By Nathan Peel - Monday, May 18, 2026

OwnersInvestors Newsletter April 2026

By Nathan Peel - Monday, May 18, 2026

Paws and Clauses: What Lexington, KY Landlords Should Know About Pets in a Rental Property

By Nathan Peel - Thursday, May 14, 2026

Lexington, KY, landlords should approach pets in a rental property with clear lease clauses, careful screening, and consistent policies that balance tenant demand with property protection.Pets can make a rental listing far more appealing, but are they adding value to your Lexingt...

How to Be a Hands-Free Landlord in Lexington, KY

By Nathan Peel - Tuesday, April 14, 2026

To become a hands-free landlord, consider hiring a local property management company for tenant screening and rent collection. Automating maintenance requests and digital lease agreements helps save time and reduce stress. Outsourcing legal compliance and scheduling repairs ensur...

Benefits of Owning a Rental Property and Not Selling in Lexington, KY

By Nathan Peel - Saturday, March 14, 2026

Owning a rental property in Lexington, KY, allows you to build long-term equity, generate consistent cash flow, benefit from appreciation in a growing market, and leverage tax advantages instead of sacrificing future gains for a one-time sale.Selling can feel tempting, especially...

Interest Rate and Investment Properties

By Nathan Peel - Friday, October 24, 2025

Interest Rate and Investment Properties Understanding the Evolving Interest Rate Environment for Investment PropertyAs we move through late 2025,there’s good news for real estate investors: interest rates have begun to stabilize after a period of necessary adjustments drive...

Replacement Cost vs. Cash Value Home Insurance Policies

By Nathan Peel - Wednesday, January 29, 2025

We often deal with damaged roofs at a property due wind, hail, or some other weather related event. Typically if insurance covers the event then the replacement cost of the roof is paid for by home owner's insurance. However, we recently had an owner that filed a claim on a ...

2024 Year End Update

By Nathan Peel - Friday, December 20, 2024

Dear Home Forward Owner, We hope you’re doing well! We wanted to take a moment to update you on what’s been happening in the Central Kentucky rental market this past year and share some insights on what to expect in 2025. While this letter covers a lot of ground and ...