A fire can be devastating for anyone; each year thousands are injured or die in home fires. Although you cannot predict a disaster, the majority of the time, a fire in a rental property does not have to happen. Preventing a fire in a residence involves teamwork between property owners, the property manager, and residents. As your property management company, we do our very best to ensure that … [Continue reading...]
Landlord Tips and Property Management Insights | Monthly Newsletter
These monthly newsletters share practical tips, market insights, and property management guidance for landlords and property owners. Created by a Colorado property management company, they help rental owners improve operations, avoid common mistakes, and protect long-term investment value.
The Right To Enter a Rental Property
There are property owners who are under the impression they can enter their investment property without a reason at any time or without notice because they "own" the property. Savvy investors know this actually is not the case and blatantly entering a tenant's residence can lead to costly legal situations and encourage short-term tenancy. Every landlord does have the right to enter his or her … [Continue reading...]
Why Use a Licensed Contractor for Your Rental Property
A rental property is an important part of your financial portfolio. It generally takes careful planning and a large financial outlay, which is just the beginning. A successful investment takes expertise, which is why you think carefully about who will manage your property and we thank you for choosing our company. In addition, proper maintenance will play a major role in the lifetime and the … [Continue reading...]
It’s Cleaner Than When I Found It
Every property manager has heard this phrase many times. If said during a property management gathering, it usually elicits laughs or groans. As a property owner, you may have experienced these words first-hand from a resident yourself. No one really wants to hear this statement from any tenant. Three scenarios can lead to this cliche. First, there are times when tenants actually do deliver … [Continue reading...]
Why Should You Organize Your Taxes in December
April 15th may seem far away and you can wait to organize the information you need for your income tax return. This may be true. In fact, you may even file an extension, which would mean you have even more time before you have to worry about this annoying detail. Right now, you are probably thinking - why bother with this chore during the busy holiday season? You may or may not need to stop and … [Continue reading...]
The Tenant Is Giving Notice NOW!
This may be your first reaction if you receive a notice to vacate from a tenant with a holiday season approaching. The first thought is that no one will rent a property in November, much less December - the holiday month. There is the prevailing belief that the property cannot possibly rent until the first of the year or possibly even longer. While it is true that it can be slower during the … [Continue reading...]