Property Management Blog

Recent research sheds light on the question: Are rising rents driving residents to homeownership? The research, done by Freddie Mac, shows that the majority of renters are staying put despite rising rents and favorable perceptions about renting are increasing. Freddie Mac commissioned Harris Poll to survey more than 2,000 U.S. adults o...

A newly released RealtyTrac® report shows that 17,309 single family homes were flipped—sold as part of an arms-length sale for the second time within a 12-month period—in the first quarter, 4.0 percent of all single family home sales during the quarter. RealtyTrac's Q1 2015 U.S. Home Flipping Report also noted that the...

The Census Bureau estimates there are three million moves from state to state each year, with 800,000 of those moves handled by professional movers. But those who rely on a professional are at a greater risk for scams and imposters pretending to be a moving company. “Hiring a professional mover is a smart decision that saves time...

Forget warmer climates – more baby boomers are retiring near their adult children to help care for grandchildren, according to 40 percent of respondents in a recent Mayflower Movers Insights survey. Watch a brief video here: What’s more, half of Americans believe boomers are needed in the same towns as their children and g...

A large emphasis on upping the value and desirability for a rental property falls under the category of home improvement. The home improvements that pay off include new bathrooms, kitchens, elaborate sound systems, wine cellars and other various bells and whistles. There is no denying that these types of upgrades will certainly add aesthe...

Most people believe that making a profit in real estate means buying and selling at the right time, or renting their property and profiting over the long term, says investment banker Salvatore M. Buscemi. Being handy with property renovations and having a great relationship with a bank can also prove essential. But what if you&rsquo...

For residential renters with HVAC units, it's important to keep safety in mind as the spring and summer season approaches. Many renters do not realize the potential risk factors involved when their HVAC unit is not properly maintained after the cold winter months. Not only can heating and cooling systems pose a serious threat to one&rs...

Nearly 10 percent of U.S. residents are dissatisfied with their current housing, neighborhood, local safety or public services to the point that they want to move, according to a recently released U.S. Census Bureau report, Desire to Move and Residential Mobility. However, only 18.3 percent of the 11.2 million householders who wanted to m...

Those counting on millennial buyers to rescue the housing market should be aware of the nascent normcore trend among that generation. The word normcore may sound fake, but a quick Internet search will show you that normcore is for real. The search results will likely inspire both laughter and tears, but ultimately this what-will-they...

Buying an older investment home can net you lots of charm and character, often at a more affordable price than you’d pay for a newer model. But, say home improvement gurus, a few strategic renovations can go a long way toward making it more comfortable and efficient and provide a better return on your property whether you plan to fl...