We understand that as a residential landlord, you need to have quality tenants in your property to be able to make an income. Every time you're without a tenant or you have a tenant who refuses to pay rent it can hurt your investment. Being a... (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)

You're a busy person and your time is valuable. You may even have another job on top of being a landlord, which can make your time even more scarce. That's why it's important to make sure you're saving yourself as much time as possible. In this... (Read More)

We all know that finding the right tenants is an important task for residential landlords. The right tenants will pay their rent on time, take care of the property well and won't look to cause issues. But, making the wrong choice when it comes to... (Read More)

The best property managers are concerned with providing a stellar customer service experience to tenants of all abilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) “prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of... (Read More)

Throughout the world, the American people are known for their imagination and creativity. But could any of us truly have imagined the life we're living right here and now! It's a bit surreal, right? What may have seemed unimaginable in the United... (Read More)

As you know, COVID-19 is spreading across the world and many are taking extra precautions to try and mitigate the risk. Thankfully, we do have some guidance on how each of us can help. The first thing we need to do is take it seriously. This is a... (Read More)

If you’re hiring for help in your leasing office, one simple question can make the difference between hiring a rockstar or a dud. “Do you talk to strangers?” Ask the prospective employee about a conversation with a stranger. It’s a good... (Read More)

Are you struggling with high turnover or low occupancy in your rental units? Your strategy (or lack-thereof) may be to blame. Your marketing should be active, not passive. Hint: a basic "for rent" sign won't do. Following are effective and creative... (Read More)

One bad apple can really put a damper on things. Yes, it's true — failing to properly screen your rental applicants can really cost you in more ways than one. So how do you avoid falling prey to such a disaster? Look no further than this list... (Read More)