Property Managers and Apartment Siding: A Guide For property managers, an apartment building’s siding is in many ways its’ first line of defense against the elements and energy efficiency. With the right siding, the apartment building will last longer, have better curb side appeal and save the landlord more money on heating and cooling bills. […]
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Apartment 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 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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Turn Your Small Space Into a Stellar Home
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Small spaces and minimal square footage are no longer deal breakers for renters and home buyers across the nation. Millennials, baby boomers and conservationists are looking to downsize their living space, carbon footprint and the responsibilities associated with owning a large piece of property and floorspace. Smaller homes and properties call for less cleaning, landscaping […]
Continue ReadingHow to Ensure Your Property is Ready for Tenants
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Sooner or later it’s bound to happen. Previous tenants move out and you find new tenants who want to move in. However, before they can do so, it’s up to you to make sure that your property is ready for them. Not sure where to start? Here are few simple tips for DIY landlords: Think […]
Continue ReadingImportant Outdoor Updates to Make to Your Investment Apartment Property
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When you decide to invest in an older rental property, there are bound to be some extensive updates you’ll need to do before your property is ready for tenants. These tasks will be even more extensive if you are investing in a duplex or apartment complex. According to the Law Depot blog, rental tenants highly […]
Continue ReadingHow to Save on Large Renovation Projects
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If you’ve recently watched HGTV, you may have gotten the urge the remodel your rental property. Or perhaps your commercial property is a bit dated and needs a facelift. Either way, major renovations are often much more difficult than they appear on television and far from cheap once everything is said and done. Before forking […]
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