Are you looking for a way to give your rental property a competitive edge? Instead of investing in kitchens and baths, which may have already been upgraded, why not address the outdoor living space? A home with a comfortable and inviting outdoor living space will draw the attention of potential tenants who are driving by […]

You may already claim several typical deductions for your real estate business, but the IRS isn’t going to help you out by suggesting what else you might want to deduct. It’s completely up to you and your accountant to make sure every detail is covered and all your deductible expenses are written off properly on […]

Your head is pounding, your arms are like jelly and you’re surrounded by more boxes than a packing factory – you’re moving to the USA, and the pressure is mounting. According to the UK newspaper, The Express, moving is viewed as more stressful than divorce by a majority of people. Sixty per cent of those […]

Good tenants are like gold in the real estate market. Maintaining a good relationship with your tenants has a host of benefits – one of them being that you can rest assured that you will be paid your full rent and on time. They are also more likely to look after your property well if […]

Businesses often choose to rent office space rather than investing capital in buying a property. There are lots of good reasons why this makes sound business sense. First, renting as opposed to buying means you are free to upgrade to larger premises as and when the business expands, quickly and economically. And second, if the […]

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 […]

Guest post by Terri Engels Since the housing crash of 2008, investing in real estate has made American millionaires lots of money. According to Morgan Stanley about 77 percent of millionaires have invested in some form of real estate, and it continues to top the investment list for the near future. Are you hoping to […]

As warmer temperatures begin to surface, pint-sized creatures swiftly seek shelter in cooler climates. And unfortunately, this could result in an infestation of your rental property. While you can eradicate the issue before prospective tenants occupy the premises, pests can resurface if the treatments aren’t recurring. Because of the need for constant protection, many property […]

First Light Property Management has been voted as Easy Reader News’ Best of The Beach 2015 for the category of “Best Home Rental Service”!  Thank you to our wonderful team of property managers and leasing experts for making this very distinguished honor possible – you guys rock! -Trevor

Spring is approaching, and, along with it, a slew of potential renters who will be looking for their next home. As this time of year is a common season for people to prepare for spring and summer moves, what does that mean for you as a landlord? If you have available space for new occupancy, […]