Turning your Home into a Rental Property
By AndrewPayne at December 6, 2011 | 10:53 am | 1 Comments
In order to successfully transform your owner-occupied home into an investment property, there are certain things that you or a rental management company need to do. Similar to preparing a home for sale, the steps that you'll take involve getting the property in shape, followed by documenting the contents and condition of the home. These steps are crucial if you hope to
The risks and rewards of Pets in Rental Property
By AndrewPayne at December 2, 2011 | 3:04 pm | 1 Comments
Pets have the potential of being quite destructive - soiling carpets, chewing various surfaces, scratching doors or walls, and digging. While this risk is definitely present, allowing pets also presents a new revenue stream that can make a big difference in your rental cash-flow. At my property management company, we explain the tradeoffs to all clients. In this
Preventing Clogs
By Tony Sena at November 24, 2011 | 5:43 pm | 0 Comment
A guest post by Dusty Henry, All Property Management, Seattle, WA. It’s doubtful that there is anyone in the world who really enjoys a clogged sink. It’s a hassle for everyone, especially in a rental property. It’s inconvenient for the tenants and the landlord. Tenants typically don’t want to call the landlord to come fix things unless it’s crucial and
For Property Management Companies, There’s Always Room at the Top
By AndrewPayne at November 22, 2011 | 2:25 pm | 0 Comment
Residential Property Management is a competitive industry that requires being able to provide excellent service as well as promote your company. While there is likely a multitude of competition in your area, you can differentiate yourself based on the value that you provide. This article covers the key to providing excellent service. 1.
Researching Rental Property Rates
By AndrewPayne at November 16, 2011 | 11:19 am | 0 Comment
Finding out how much rent you can charge for a rental property shouldn't be a guessing game. Though it can be difficult if you don't know where to start. In my property management company, we use a variety of methods seek that maximize both consumer interest and profitability. This article discusses some of those methods. Fair Market Rents
ShowMojo: Schedule Showings Online. Automate Everything Else.
By Tony Sena at November 13, 2011 | 10:53 pm | 0 Comment
When it comes to renting apartments, there's never enough time. For landlords, the phone can ring throughout the day -- from 7 am to 9:30 pm. And prospective tenants usually don't leave voice mails, so you have to answer the phone no matter what. Even when one does, he'll have forgotten everything about the place just five minutes later. For the typical management
