As you know, one of the top responsibilities that landlords have is dealing with property maintenance. Even if your property is in tip-top shape when you buy it, you'll need to do some things to keep your property maintained, and eventually, there... (Read More)

Have you been mulling over the idea of allowing tenants to pay their rent online? If so, take the time to read this blog. In it, we discuss several benefits of online rental payments. 1. It helps you stay competitive In this day and age, many... (Read More)

We all know that a residential investment can be very lucrative. However, it can also come with some headaches. How can a landlord safeguard themselves and reduce trouble down the road? There are actually a few things you can do to help lower... (Read More)

At the beginning of this year, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) made some much-needed changes to their guidance for assistance animals. This was an area that caused a lot of confusion in the previous 2013 HUD... (Read More)

We all know that volunteerism and HOAs go hand-in-hand. Who would sit on the board or manage all of the events without wonderful volunteers? Volunteers help the association run smoothly. They're valued assets. That's why when it comes time to... (Read More)

You may have a second home that you use during a certain season or maybe you just use it for your annual vacations. But, what happens when you're not in your second home? Do you let it sit empty, continuing to pay the mortgage on a home that's left... (Read More)

One of the biggest benefits of hiring a property management company is that you can lean on them to handle day-to-day rental operations. This allows you, the property owner, to focus efforts on boosting profits, instead of handling the minutiae or... (Read More)

What did it feel like when you were elected to your association's board? What were your goals? Why did you agree to serve? Does the reality of the responsibility align with your vision of the work? Board members may be able to leverage their... (Read More)

Being a commercial landlord goes way beyond owning an investment property and renting it out to tenants. There are things that can make you an excellent landlord and aid in your success. Here are six things great landlords excel at: 1. A... (Read More)