Real estate has always been one of the best investments a person can make and if you’ve developed some financial security, and are ready to put in the legwork, investment properties can be a great way to add additional return on your investments. But before...
Are you planning to travel during the holidays? Do you worry whether your house will be ok while you’re away? We have some great tips to help you take preventative measures to protect your home while you’re traveling. Make it appear like someone is home. Set timers...
A property manager is a person (or company) who specializes in making sure a rental property is being operated properly, in accordance with an owner’s needs and wants. Property owners hire property managers to handle all operations, maintenance, and administration of the property or properties...
If you have great tenants in your rental properties, you want to do everything you can to keep them happy, so they stay. Good tenants pay rent on time, don’t destroy the unit or property, communicate clearly and effectively, let you know about problems immediately,...
A property is an investment for a landlord, so it’s in their best interest to continue with the upkeep of the premises. From landscaping and painting to appliance repairs and new locks, landlords need to keep up with the aging process of their property if...
If you own a luxury rental property or properties and cannot keep up with the daily tasks and management needed to properly run the properties, it may be time to hire a property manager. There are a lot of property management companies out there. Just like...
We're amid summer, and although property management companies and landlords have duties and work throughout the year, the summer months bring along unique challenges. Summer is the perfect time to get certain things done with a property. Summer Property Management Tips Summer is a great time to: ...
You've probably heard the term "slumlord" before – it's not a good label. However, there are many great landlords out there, and when tenants find them, they are thankful. Being a great landlord goes a long way for your reputation and financial future. If you're...
Unfortunately, sometimes tenants want to break a lease early, even though they signed a legal document (Lease) that binds them to specific terms and rent with a specified move-out date. Although the Lease is there to protect the landlord, there are also laws to protect...
If you're thinking about buying a new property, congratulations! There are many things to consider when you buy a home or property. The first decision you will have to make is whether you want to purchase a new construction home or an existing (older) home....