The state of the housing market has created a boom in the rental world. Property managers just like you can capitalize on this, but only with the right tools. From easy-to-use property management software, cloud-based solutions, tech accessories and property rental management-focused websites, you can stay ahead of the curve, fill those vacancies, retain residents […]
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Home Security Tips for Property Managers & Homeowners
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In 2014 , over 1.7 million burglaries occurred in the United States (source: FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program – 2014 Report). Landlords with vacant apartment units on the market are not exempt from this statistic. Consider taking measures to improve home security at vacant properties such as installing interior alarm systems (with motion sensors and glass break […]
Continue ReadingApartment Upgrades with the Best ROI
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Apartment building upgrades are costly, but they’re often a necessity to stay competitive with brand new buildings nearby. So what are the apartment upgrades with the best ROI out there? The 2015 Renter Preferences Study by the National Multifamily Housing Council and Kingsley Associates, the largest survey of apartment renters ever, found features such as […]
Continue Reading4 Ways to Boost Apartment Resident Retention
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Keeping your top renters happy year after year might be easier thank you think. Check out this infographic on boosting resident rention.
Continue ReadingWhat to Do When It Comes to Bedbugs
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There’s almost nothing worse than that creepy feeling of insects crawling on your skin. The bacteria and germs that they spread is the reason why we flick them away as soon as possible. But what about when you’re sleeping? Bedbugs are the creepy crawlies of the night that pierce skin and feast on blood, often […]
Continue ReadingTax Exemptions for Property Managers & Landlords
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What type of tax exemptions are available for property managers? Each and every year, landlords or property managers pay more than they have to on their taxes. Why? This is in large part because they don’t maximize all of their possible exemptions. From fixes to rental properties to travel to and from homes or apartments […]
Continue ReadingDon’t Rent an Apartment. Rent a Lifestyle
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The rental market is fiercely competitive. In Los Angeles, 41 percent of residents rent versus own. According to the National Multifamily Housing Council this percentage is expected to grow with the development of multi-billion dollar projects in and around downtown Los Angeles. This trend is not unique to Los Angeles, the amount of renters in [...]
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Top 2016 Solar Renovation Trends
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Top 2016 Solar Renovation Trends Since solar energy was first considered a realistic option for homeowners, the industry has seen jaw-dropping growth. In the last ten years, we have watched the cost of installing solar panels fall by an estimated 70 percent. As the industry continues to grow, the decreased costs and competition has convinced [...]
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Investing in Rental Property: 5 tips to consider when buying
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Because we are a Property Management company, we hear from so many investors who have successfully built their future through buying Real Estate. We also have seen some people who have supplemented their income by buying one or two rentals, and seen small gains month over month. We asked Brad Sawatzky of Colorado Real Estate [...]
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When is it Time to Replace Your Windows?
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As property managers, we see quite a few homes that can use some work. Whether it’s interior or exterior, most of the homes that we manage need some sort of TLC. In some cases the roof needs to be re-shingled, or the flooring needs an update, but overall most homeowners have a list of things [...]
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