Property Management Blog

World events remind us that disasters can happen anywhere. There was a devastating tsunami, which affected several countries. Two hurricanes, Katrina, and Rita wiped out many thousands of homes and businesses. In California, major... read more >>

Mosquitoes have always been an annoyance to people. They swarm, buzz, bite, and can make any outdoor outing difficult. Many people are allergic to them, which can make things worse. In certain areas of the world, they are responsi... read more >>

Keeping complete records of your investments, from the beginning to the end of ownership, is simply good business. A major reason for maintaining accurate records is to calculate your gains or losses when you do sell the property.... 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 >>

Green can mean many things but “going green” has become a common term in today’s world for helping to save our planet and reduce global warming. The interesting thing is that “going green” can also me... read more >>

Identity theft is a major problem in today’s world with statistics of over 10 million cases of theft and billions of dollars lost every year. There is a lot you can do to protect yourself and your family and the first is to ... read more >>

Mold has been around a long time – literally, as long as there have been living organisms. Therefore, it may seem strange that it has become such an important and potentially dangerous issue. However, mention the possibility... read more >>

Regardless of a potential tenant’s budget, commute, desired amenities, children, pets and more, there are always going to be plenty of opportunities to rent a place.  As an owner of a residential rental property, it is ... read more >>

Sometimes unexpected events occur that can require a resident to move. There can be many reasons - such as a new home purchase, a transfer to a new city, a great job opportunity in another state. If this happens to you, it is impo... read more >>

As experienced property managers, we have learned to recognize certain warning signs – or “red flags,” when marketing properties and taking applications. Here are some we encounter while showing properties:T... read more >>