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Tenant Screening Done Right

Finding Good People There are a lot of things that property managers need to worry about: fulfilling maintenance tickets, securing the property from theft and damage, collecting rent every month, and making sure that you are giving the type of service that would cause movers-out to rate 5-stars on internet

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Dealing with Property Damage: When to Charge Tenants

The Laws of the Land Much has been written about the laws which govern the landlord-tenant relationship, and for good reason. Too often, ignorance about these laws can lead one or both parties to underserve the other, which is not only unjust and makes for an unhappy living situation, but

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The Ins and Outs of a Good Rental Application

The Right Stuff Rental property management is an interesting mixture of work-a-day tasks such as fulfilling maintenance tickets and collecting rent, while also being called on to make judgment calls regarding which person or persons is the right fit for our townhome or apartment.  As property managers, we all have

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Are We Facing a New Housing Market Crash? Know the Signs

A Long Decade There are some national events that, if brought up, provoke the sharing of stories about where everyone was, or what was going on in their lives, when the event occurred. Often, it is a tragedy, like September 11, 2001; sometimes, it’s happy, like a sports championship. For

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Fight for Your Right to Rent

Although many property owners like to rent a home for supplemental income, the bottom line can’t be the only driving force in rental property management. There are certain rights afforded to tenants of a rental unit, some of which Rhino Property Management details below. Tenant Rights All Landlords Should Know

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What to Know Before You Buy a House

Whether you’re buying your first home or an additional property to serve as a rental, there are a few things you should know.  Buying a home in 2021 is a challenge for many, as demand exceeds supply in many areas. In order to avoid missing out on a home that

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Understanding Utah’s Rental Market

If there is one word that could be used to describe the housing market here in Utah, that word would have to be volatile. Thanks to the rapid expansion of cities such as Herriman, Vineyard, St. George, and Draper, legions of housing developments — including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartment

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By the Book: Ensuring Compliance with the Law

Few things these days have managed to remain overlooked by state and federal oversight. Short of requiring 8-year-olds to apply for entrepreneurial licensure to operate their lemonade stands, virtually every revenue-generating endeavor is regulated by a set of bylaws that are designed to protect the rights of the owners as

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The Most Common Tenant Complaints

Within the world of rental property management, there is a real art to interfacing with those who occupy the property. As with all meaningful relationships, the dialogue between property managers and their tenants isn’t one of complete submission from one party and complete domineering on the other. Instead, the ideal

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Lease Contract Essentials

Owning property and renting it out has long been one of the most popular ways to secure secondary income, and in today’s volatile housing market, it has skyrocketed in both viability and interest for newcomers and veterans alike. For those with tenacity, drive, patience, and an eye for detail, who

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What to Know About Purchasing a Rental Property

The first rule of real estate is location, location, location. A successful rental property is in a desirable location, whether it’s for long-term or vacation rentals. Here’s what else you should know if you’re considering buying a rental. Invest in Property Management Sometimes you have to spend money to make

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