Property Management Blog

I get it, it’s easy to fall into bad habits when it comes to money. A one-time exception can quickly become a routine and before you know it you’re in the black hole of debt. 😰 But today I’m shedding some ligh... read more >>

Dr. Martin Luther King was shot and killed on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, TN. Just a week later, on April 11, 1968, the Federal Fair Housing Act was signed by President Lyndon Johnson.The Fair Housing Act established a nationa... read more >>

A vacancy is a function of time. You must know your numbers and make all decisions based on numbers, not emotions. Here’s how it works: Vacancy cost is a function of time. The more time a property sits vacant, the ... read more >>

There are good reasons to review spring and summer maintenance. The first is preventative maintenance. Another is to keep your investment in tip-top shape to attract good tenancy. In today’s rental market, this is particular... read more >>

Emergencies and disasters happen and in many instances, you cannot avoid them. Webster terms an emergency as “an unexpected situation that requires prompt action” and a disaster as “a grave occurrence having harm... read more >>

Landlord-Tenant Legislation is constantly moving. Check out what is happening across the nation. Miami, FL: Miami-Dade County commissioners voted recently on an ordinance to require landlords to give 60-days notice to tenants... read more >>

Q: Why do landlords and property managers require applicants make at least 3 times the monthly rent? A: The 3x the monthly rent requirement you normally see, actually originated in the Housing Act of 1937 (originally pro... read more >>

Did you know that typical homeowner's insurance policies won’t cover fire, vandalism, liability, or other types of claims on an unoccupied or vacant property? An unoccupied property is one that is ready to be used a... read more >>

In a nutshell, any change in the way things are customarily done that enables a person with disabilities to enjoy housing opportunities or to meet program requirements is a reasonable accommodation. Federal nondiscrimination laws ... read more >>

When is the Best Time to Rent my Property?You want top dollar for your rental property, and you want it to rent fast too. It’s a tall order to fill, but when you know the best time to rent your property, it can happen. While... read more >>