Property Management Blog

Pets have found their way into the hearts—and homes—of over 125 million households across the country. Now, more so than ever before, pets are warranting consideration beyond that of their owners. On the house hunt, pets are playing a foremost role in the homebuying and renting decisions their owners make. “I ca...

People move for all kinds of reasons—but as a recent Harris Poll® revealed, their decision-making is primarily driven by region. Just over half of respondents to the poll, and mostly millennials, said they’d consider moving to another state to live in an area with a better climate or better weather. Not surprisingly, cl...

Investors look at a property very differently than a homebuyer and should take the time to look at it through their eyes when considering a remodeling project for an investment home. But which projects are most effective for the housing market? Here are home renovations that will improve a homes resale value no matter your budget:

It’s a fact – being a DIY landlord isn’t for the faint of heart! A rental property is a big investment and managing it yourself can be rewarding but if you also have a full-time job, it can be a real nightmare. A property manager can take a lot of these responsibilities i.e. administrative, legal, maintenance off your p...

Cooler temperatures and shorter days can only mean one thing: winter is on its way. Winterizing your rental home can help you save money on heating costs throughout the season, and on utilities come springtime and beyond. Start by: 1. Looking for simple, affordable fixes – There are some simple, inexpensive measures that re...

Considering buying a home that needs a little TLC? It can be a worthwhile investment—if you know what you’re looking for. Homes that require renovation run the gamut between fixer-uppers and total rehabs. The difference? Fixers tend to lean toward cosmetic upgrades, whereas total rehabs likely need a structural overhaul. If...

With winter projected to bring unseasonably cold temperatures across much of the United States, homeowners and renters should prepare now for possible power outages by inspecting and tuning up portable generators. "Don't wait until it is zero degrees and the power goes out," says Dan Roche, director of marketing for Briggs & S...

Though most of us have basic knowledge about credit, major gaps still exist. According to the nonprofit organization American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC), more than half of Americans are unaware that credit scores measure the risk of not repaying a loan on time, rather than their ability to pay based on their annual salary. &ldqu...

It may surprise some housing professionals to know that when it comes to renting, location—not price or size—seems to be the major decision-maker. This news comes from For Rent Media Solutions' recently released white paper, Engaging Today’s Consumer: The Modern Apartment Search. After surveying more than 13,500 consumer...

If you own real estate and decide to lease it out to someone else, then congratulations: you are now a landlord in the eyes of the law. Whether you lease out a single family home or apartments in a multiplex building, there are many landlord responsibilities that come with the territory. Some duties seem clear, like collecting rent or ...