New Landlord in Reading, PA

[Jimmy Rodriquez]

Dear BiggerPockets Community, 

Context: I just closed on a duplex in Reading City (North side), PA, last week. I co-own it with my brother. I live in NYC, but my brother lives in West Reading, where he owns a duplex himself. The plan is to house hack this new duplex ASAP. We are going to rent the three bedrooms on the second and third floors by the room. My brother will live on the first floor and manage the property. Question: Right now, my brother has been successful using Zillow to advertise his rentals. However, we would like to ask any Reading landlords to share with us some tips as to what are other ways we can advertise our rentals or find tenants. Also, we will appreciate it if any of you could shed some light as to the different renters markets currently trending in Reading. Currently my brother rents to a student, for there are three colleges in the area, and he also rents to an elderly lady. So for sure students and seniors citizens are potential renters in the area. Thanks so much everyone! Your knowledge and wisdom will be greatly appreciated!

Jimmy Stuart Rodriguez