As we head into winter, there are some fall and winter weather preparedness in Colorado and some maintenance items to take into consideration. In the Denver metro area we don’t have many instances of blizzards or extreme winter weather, yet we still regularly see snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. Our property management team recommends that you start to prepare now. The purpose of this … [Continue reading...]
Attract quality tenants by keeping your rental property in great condition with proper maintenance
Rental properties that are in great condition attract quality tenants. Learn more about what you can do to improve your rental property and keep it properly maintained to attract the best tenants.
Plan Spring/Summer Maintenance of Your Rental Home
There are valid reasons to plan for spring/summer maintenance for your rental property. Preventative maintenance can avoid incurring more expense. When your investment is in tip-top shape, it will attract good tenancy. In addition, providing a safe residence can reduce a property owner's liability. Small repairs, big savings Many items do not require a large expense, but when handled … [Continue reading...]
Never Ignore Water
Water is a necessary element to support life and when it concerns rental property, water usage must be available to tenants. Water can be a force in itself, such as a serious flood or hurricane. Left unchecked in a rental property, water can cause anything from minimal to major havoc and damage. Water problems can affect just about every area of the property, inside and out. Kitchens have … [Continue reading...]
Plan Fall and Winter Maintenance Early
Thinking about fall/winter maintenance needs for your investment before the season hits can often save you money. An extra benefit is that it can help to keep your tenants happy. For example, if you wait until the rains or winds come and the roof leaks, you will be competing with everyone else to have the work done because roofing contractors are at their busiest. This can mean major delays and … [Continue reading...]
Pest Control and Your Rental Investment
Pests can be a problem any time during the year and are a common occurrence in the rental industry. If you check the dictionary, there are varying definitions for pests; here are three common ones. An insect or other small animal that harms or destroys garden plants, trees, etc. An annoying or troublesome person, animal, or thing; nuisance A deadly epidemic disease, especially a … [Continue reading...]
What is Useful Life and Why is it Important?
All things on earth have a life expectancy - people, buildings, clothing, food, etc. All the parts of an investment property have a life expectancy as well. A building can last for years, even centuries, while you may have to replace that dishwasher next year or in ten years. Why is it useful to consider life expectancy? It is always better to know as much about your property as possible. … [Continue reading...]