Should I Rent or Sell
Maybe you’ve inherited a house or are moving out of a home. Instead of selling, why not rent it out? You can earn income, build equity, and hold onto the property for the future. We’ll show you how. We’ll even lease, manage, and maintain the home for you.
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Check out Our Rent vs. Sell Calculator and determine whether you’d be better off selling the home you’re not living in…or renting it out.
Find the Financial Benefits Associated with Renting Out a Home in Michigan
Let’s start with the financial factors:
- Selling now might be costly. Why not wait until interest rates make homebuying more favorable, and you’re able to earn more on a sale?
- Buying a new home and thinking about something bigger and better? Maybe a nicer neighborhood? Renting out your current home can help fund your next purchase and even pay for upgrades.
- If you’re using your 401k to create investment opportunities, paying yourself back will be easier and faster with the rental income you could potentially earn.
- Renting out a property is an excellent way to pay for other expenses, such as parents’ assisted living or retirement or college tuition.
You don’t have to rent out your home on your own. That’s what we’re here for. United Properties of West Michigan is your property management partner, and we’ll help you navigate the entire process.
Let’s Take a Look at the Benefits of Renting Out a Home Instead of Selling It
An accidental landlord is someone who didn’t plan to rent out their home, but they’ve begun considering it because the current sales market is unreliable or because the opportunity to earn consistent and recurring income is attractive.
Maybe you’ve inherited a home. Maybe you’re making some big life changes and moving out of your current home and you’re considering it might be better to rent it out.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. We’re here to make things happen.
Tax Advantages
Renting out a property to tenants can reduce your tax liability through deductions and depreciation. You can even write off the property management fees you pay to have your home professionally leased, managed, and maintained. We’ll take care of all the accounting, track your income and expenses, and make sure you’re taking advantage of every tax benefit that comes with renting out your property.
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By renting out your home, you’re earning money now and increasing what you earn in the future, when you do eventually sell it. Let’s talk about how to move forward with this plan. Your property management team at United Properties of West Michigan is experienced, resourceful, and ready to work with you to ensure you’re earning the highest rents from the best tenants.
We’re responsive and attentive, working for you and with you. If you’ve never rented out a home before, United Properties of West Michigan is your best starting point.
We Love Working with Accidental Landlords
There are serious financial advantages to renting out a home instead of selling it.
Let’s explore the options.
We love working with accidental landlords because we understand that owning a rental property wasn’t always part of your plan, and that’s exactly why our partnership is so important.
Whether you’ve inherited a home, relocated for work, or decided to rent instead of sell, we know how to turn an unexpected situation into a rewarding investment. Our team handles everything from finding great tenants to managing maintenance, so you can enjoy the benefits of rental income without the stress of being a full-time landlord.
Areas We Serve
- Grand Rapids
- Kentwood
- East Grand Rapids
- Grandville
- Wyoming
- Comstock Park
- Ada
- Forest Hills
- Walker
- Marne
- Muskegon
- Coopersville
- Norton Shores
- Allendale
- Wayland
- Zeeland
- Rockford
- Sparta
- Lowell
- Alto
- Byron Center
- Caledonia
- Jenison
- Jamestown
- Hudsonville
- Holland
- Fruitport
- Grand Haven
- Belmont
- Cedar Springs
- Standale
- Georgetown Township
And more!
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Sergio joined United Properties in 2020. He is a graduate from Pickens Technical College as a Nurse Assistant and as a Small Animal Care Provider in 2010. In the past nine years, Sergio has had various jobs, all focused around customer service.
Eden joined United Properties in 2016. Eden graduated from Davenport University in 2015 with an Associate’s in Business Administration. She’s the Executive Assistant to the Owner of United Properties, with a focus on procedural documentation. She enjoys playing guitar, reading, and doing outdoor activities. Eden is trilingual and able to communicate in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language. 
David joined the United Properties team in 2019 as the Director of Client Relations and Business Development. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading all leasing, application underwriting, tenant relations, accounts receivable, process improvement, remote workers, and general office functionality (essentially anything outside of maintenance and service). David comes from a longstanding career at a Fortune 15 company primarily in a sales and customer service leadership role.
Matthew joined the United Properties in early 2020. He is a graduate of Lee University with a bachelor’s in Intercultural Studies and also a master’s in Discipleship and Christian Formation. Matthew serves as a project manager over the Rent Ready process. He has 20 years of construction experience and over 10 years of experience in leadership positions. He oversees a team of technicians and schedules outside vendors getting properties back to the United rent-ready standard so that they can be leased again.
Cristina joined United Properties as the Accounting and Billing Team Lead in October of 2020. She has experience as a technology professional, an English-Spanish translator, and has worked the past several years as the treasurer of her condominium.
Rick joined United Properties in 2020 as a Service Coordinator and then later transitioned to the Collections team, where his customer service shines. Rick has an extensive background in customer service and enjoys being able to resolve issues. He and his wife are raising their two kids and in his free time, Rick enjoys making his own homemade jerky.
Harriet joined United Properties as a Accounting & Billing Specialist in February of 2021. She has experience as a bookkeeper and a Property Manager for a Real Estate account. She was a working student during her college days. Harriet loves cleaning because she thinks it is therapeutic. She also loves watching series during her free time, and she’s a fur mom of one dog. Her inspiration to work every day is her family.
Diego has an extensive background in customer service and, most recently in Maintenance and
Paulina joined United in early 2021 as a Leasing Assistant. She has a background studying social work, with several years of experience in customer service. She speaks English and Spanish fluently and loves to learn. Paulina enjoys small road trips and cold, rainy weather. Her dog is her favorite thing in the world.
Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial strategies and public accounting and is studying a masters in Blockchain and Fintech regulation. She has previous experience as a customer service representative. She speaks English and Spanish. She loves taking long walks with her three dogs, hiking and road tripping during the weekends.
Chris Good is new to the United Properties Team since June 2022 as a Business Development Manager. With years of experience in both the construction industry (Master Electrician) and the Real Estate industry (Broker), he will closely work with new and experienced investors to facilitate their real estate goals.
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Soroya has been with United Properties since March 2025. Her problem-solving, time management, and communication skills help her shine when working collaboratively with tenants and prospects. She is currently pursuing a degree in Cyber Security at Davenport University. Thanks to her tech-savviness, she excels at navigating and troubleshooting common technology and software issues.
Marlon Joined United Properties in 2025 as a service coordinator. He arrived with solid experience in customer service, property management, and marketing. If you need assistance with either a new or a previous situation, he will be more than glad to help you. Depending on the season, he likes spending time outdoors, going hiking, or simply taking a stroll around town to see what’s new in the city.
Hector began his career in customer service in 2017, gaining valuable experience in client support and communication. In 2021, he transitioned into sales roles, where he developed a strong ability to drive results and build relationships. Since 2023, he has worked in maintenance, IT, and tech support, expanding his skills in troubleshooting, systems support, and hands-on problem-solving. His background combines over eight years of customer-facing roles with a growing expertise in technical support and operations.
Gar Allison joined United Properties as Director of Operations in August 2025. He brings a decade of experience, covering construction project management, supply chain, sales, marketing, and regulatory compliance. Before that, he spent five years as an Engines Sales Representative in Kansas City, MO, shortly after graduating from Davenport University in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in business management.