Owning multiple properties can have its fair share of headaches. With all the time you spend running around completing all the standard tasks that come with property management, it can feel like all you do is spend time working on your real estate investments. Perhaps it’s time to make property management just a little more…
Summer Is Right Around the Corner Time seems to be moving quicker these days and summer will be here before you know it. Now is the time to start preparing your rentals for what summer brings. HVAC During the summer months, HVAC systems kick into high gear. Servicing your HVAC will help ensure it runs…
Create Your Own Lease? Whether you create your own lease, use a state-specific template or have your legal team draft a lease, there are some key items that should be included. The lease agreement is what contractually connects a tenant to one of your rental properties. The lease outlines the expectations and rules of this relationship, no…
Location Doesn’t Matter Whether you own rental properties in California, Georgia, Oklahoma or Florida, storms are a normal part of our weather cycle. Along with these storms comes the fact of flooding. Flooding is a problem in every state across our country. When these storms and floods come, it only takes a few inches of…
If you own rental properties, you understand the challenges that’s involved in the management of them. Managing local properties, is doable however if you are an out of state owner, managing rental properties becomes very difficult. That might be the time to hire a property management company. A long-distance property manager is not a slam dunk either. There are…
Are you managing real estate properties yourself? There are some things you can do to make this job less painful. If you are managing properties yourself, there are some things you need to know. There are processes, forms and paperwork that you will need in order to protect yourself. Start with Property Management Software This is…
Do you manage real estate properties with HOAs? Is communication with your residents something that is common for you? As 2019 begins, HOA board members should consider offering feedback on how the HOS can improve the community and make it a great place to live. Responsibility Tenants should take responsibility for abiding by the CC&Rs and staying…
Many homeowners and property management companies do not consider home maintenance until something breaks. Is that the best way to maintain your investment? Whether you are a new landlord or seasoned one, you should establish some maintenance protocols. Here are some tips for protecting your investments: Establish a Home Maintenance Plan A good place to…
All the talk about a 2019 downturn may end up being exaggerated, just a bit. There are some signs of a slight decline, primarily due to the uncertainty in the market. However, many of these are simply overblown. The economy’s fundamentals are strong and there seems to be a good amount of momentum. This is…
The self-storage market has seen significant growth over the past decade. It seems Americans continue to collect too much ‘stuff’ that doesn’t fit into their homes. That’s all great for property management companies. However, the industry is changing. Increase of Self-Storage Units There has been a significant increase in self-storage construction as demand has risen.…