Property Management Insights

A tenant move-in inspection is one of the most crucial steps property owners can take to protect their investment and establish clear expectations with their tenants. By documenting the condition of a rental property before a new tenant moves in, owners can set a solid foundation...

5 Essential Tips for First-Time Landlords: Navigating Property Management with EaseBecoming a landlord for the first time can be both exciting and daunting. The prospect of generating rental income is appealing, but the responsibilities that come with managing a property can be o...

Rental property wear and tear is an inevitable aspect of property management, reflecting the gradual deterioration that occurs from normal, everyday use. It is important for landlords and tenants to distinguish between wear and tear and damage to maintain a fair and effective lea...

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Brightening up your rental will help get it rented so much quicker. Here are some simple tricks we use to add more light to our rentals.1) If there are blinds on the windows, we will turn the slats upward. This small trick allows natural light to enter the home and bounces off th...

If you are self managing your rental property, performing periodic drive-bys are important. Two to three times per year, get in your car and drive by the property and simply take a photo of the home from your car. Do not get out and walk around the home.  If the grass is too...

Can you write off all repairs? First you have to distinguish between a repair and an improvement. A repair is usually a small fix that keeps your rental in its current state and is relatively inexpensive. Patching holes in walls, replacing a broken doorway, changing toilet t...

Grand Update! We help our owners with major remodels. Here's a home in Hapeville that was totally trashed. Our crew cleaned up the interior and are currently working on: painting cabinets, replacing countertops, refinishing the bathtub, sanding the hardwood floors, replacing ...

How much should you expect to pay for annual repairs, maintenance, upkeep, taxes, and insurance on your rental?This is a tough question but there are ways to estimate how much you should set aside. Here are four methods – any one of them would work as a good estimate.Square...

Tip #19: It is critical that your rental home is in compliance with state and local building codes. You are responsible for ensuring your investment property meets health and safety regulations or your tenant may have grounds to break their lease or even worse, sue you. A judge i...