If you’re a renter it can be intimidating to ask your landlord for upgrades, or permission to make cosmetic or structural changes yourself to your home. Whether it’s adding new
The Pros of Being a Renter
There’s no doubt that owning a home has its perks. But if you’re not ready for the responsibility – or the expense – renting might be the way to go.
What’s Considered a Maintenance Emergency in Property Management?
As a renter, what maintenance is your responsibility, and what maintenance falls on the landlord or property management company? Furthermore, what maintenance is considered an emergency, and what can wait
Wall Safe Ways To Decorate Your Apartment
You can decorate your house to suit your taste when you build your home. That can mean hanging up decorations, painting, or maybe remodeling; in essence, your changes are your
Is Now a Good Time to Rent?
Depending on who you ask, you’ll get a different answer regarding whether renting a home right now is a good idea. We all know it’s a seller’s market right now,
Avoiding Rental Nightmares
For anyone who has been in the property management industry for a respectable amount of time, the prospect of difficult tenants is not just a scary thought but an actual
4 Reasons to Embrace Section 8 Housing
“Section 8 Housing” is the phrase often used to refer to the Housing Choice Voucher Program, a federal program enacted to help low-income families better integrate into the public housing
How To Make Your Property Pet Friendly
Over 50% of potential tenants that want to move into your rental property, will have a pet. This means that if you don’t allow tenants who own pets to rent
8 Ways to Save on Apartment Utilities
Many of us made New Year’s resolutions last month to put more money in the bank every month, and if you’re still not saving as much as you’d like, it’s
How to Handle Tenants with Pets
One major decision you have to make as a property manager is whether or not you are going to allow your renters to have pets. And even when you do
What Kind of Property Are You Looking For?
When searching for a new home, some of us have a hard time even knowing where to get started. Most listing sites will make you start with choosing what kind
Four Unique Tips for Savvy Apartment Hunters
With one quick visit, it can be hard to tell how a new place will work out. However, there are some creative solutions that can give you a better idea