Tips for Winter Property Maintenance: For Landlords
Rentec Direct
JANUARY 6, 2025
Property maintenance is vital any time of year, but during the inclement weather and frozen temperatures of winter, it should be a high priority.
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Your Ultimate Guide to Property Maintenance Services
Appfolio
AUGUST 7, 2020
From collecting rent to facilitating repairs, as a property or community association manager, you juggle a lot when it comes to managing your business’ operations. Staying On Top of Property Maintenance. How to Provide Superior Property Maintenance Service. Maintenance Checklists by Season.
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Rental Property Maintenance Guide For Landlords
Rental Choice
MAY 7, 2024
Landlords have numerous responsibilities when it comes to running a rental property. One of the most important is rental property maintenance. Why is it essential, and how can landlords deal with it? Why Is Rental Property Maintenance Important? Let’s find out.
Maintenance Mastery: Creating Schedules That Preserve Property Value
Real Property Management Evertrust
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Effective property management hinges on regular maintenance, as every successful rental property owner knows. Addressing upkeep proactively helps maintain property safety, appeal, and occupancy while enhancing its value. Understanding the Key Components of a Property Maintenance Schedule.
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Keeping Up With Rental Property Maintenance
American Apartment Owners Association
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Once youve gone through the process of screening for the perfect tenants, such as your tenant background check , there will be routine and unexpected maintenance and repairs that will fall into your lap. Read on to learn more about how you can ensure your rental property maintenance is handled properly.
Who is Responsible for Rental Property Maintenance?
Real Property Management Chicago
JULY 27, 2023
In the world of rental properties, numerous maintenance responsibilities fall under the purview of either the landlord or the tenant. With effective communication, tenant satisfaction, and cost management, it helps to know who is in charge of maintaining rental properties.
Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities
American Apartment Owners Association
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Need Legal Help? Its only $5 for a 1-week trial.
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Summer Maintenance For Landlords: Getting Rental Homes Summer Ready
Rental Choice
JUNE 13, 2024
A landlord’s primary responsibility is to ensure their rental property remains safe, comfortable, and appealing to tenants. For this reason, it’s essential to conduct proper maintenance whenever the seasons change. What parts of the property should you maintain when the weather gets warmer?
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What Does A Landlord Look For In A Credit Check?
Rental Choice
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Credit checks are handy screening tools that provide landlords with more insight into the tenant’s financial history and responsibility. What does a landlord look for in a credit check? It can provide landlords with an in-depth understanding of the tenant’s financial health. Let’s find out.
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Best Property Management Books for Landlords: Top 9 Picks
Bay Property Management Group
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Read below for some great recommendations on managing rental properties. These books can help you get a clearer grasp of the property management landscape as a whole. If you want to learn about managing rental properties on a small scale, like a handful of single-family ones, this book might be for you. It’s a win-win!
Landlord Lessons: Tackling 5 Common Obstacles for Beginners
Real Property Management Chicago
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Investing in Warrenville rental properties is an excellent method to amass wealth. Even if this is your first time as a landlord, you likely already know that problems are common for proprietors of rental properties. Urgent repairs, property damage, and late rent payments are a natural occurrence.
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Resident Retention Strategies That Work
Real Property Management Chicago
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Not only do high turnover rates increase costs, but they can also obstruct the stability of your investment property in other aspects. Because of this, resident retention should be a key priority for landlords and rental property owners alike.
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What are property maintenance services?
MRI Software
MARCH 3, 2024
Regular maintenance ensures that your property is a safe and comfortable place for tenants, helps avoid the expense of major repairs, and contributes to increasing the property’s value over time. For landlords and property managers, the challenge of managing maintenance tasks can be overwhelming.
HVAC Preventative Maintenance for Single-Family Rental Properties
Lula
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
.” Managing single-family rental (SFR) properties comes with unique challenges, particularly when it comes to balancing tenant satisfaction with property maintenance. One area that’s frequently overlooked but crucial for long-term cost efficiency is the maintenance of HVAC systems.
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6 Essential Rental Property Maintenance Practices
Property Management Inc.
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
When it comes to a landlord's long-term success, there is nothing as important as property maintenance. So how can a landlord stay on top of everything they need to? Here are six essential maintenance practices you can implement for a winning property maintenance strategy.
Minimizing Investment Risks in Multifamily Real Estate
American Apartment Owners Association
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Identify potential risks through in-depth examination, includingmarket analysisfor rental trends and property maintenance assessments. Manage maintenance costs proactively. Another important element of due diligence is evaluating theproperty’s maintenance and legal compliance.
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6 must-know industry trends for small property managers
Buildium
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Buildium’s identity verification and fake reference detection features are powered by TransUnion®, one of the three accepted nationwide providers of credit reports , so you can gain peace of mind knowing that previous landlords reported by applicants aren’t fraudulent.
Basic Rental Property Maintenance: Who Does What?
Real Property Management California Coast
MAY 13, 2022
As a Torrance property owner, it is important to consider and determine who is responsible for what regarding basic rental property maintenance. To keep your rental property in very good condition and profitable, it’s totally important to have a proactive property maintenance system in place.
Basic Rental Property Maintenance: Who Does What?
Real Property Management DC Metro
MAY 13, 2022
As a Georgetown property owner, it is very important to grasp well who is responsible for what in the matter of basic rental property maintenance. To keep your rental property in tip-top condition and profitable, it’s significant to have a proactive property maintenance system in place. Broken windows.
Property maintenance services list: The complete guide
MRI Software
MARCH 1, 2024
Routine maintenance of your multifamily property is essential for preserving its value and ensuring tenant satisfaction. Multifamily property maintenance comes with a host of responsibilities, from the routine cleaning of communal areas to the safety-critical testing of fire alarms.
Summer Property Maintenance Tips
Real Property Management Choice
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Preventative maintenance beats reactive maintenance any day of the week. Small, consistent investments in maintaining the quality of your property will save you time and money not only in the short term, but also in the long run. A little bit of maintenance goes a long way as an investment to avoid larger, long-term problems.
5 Creative Ways to Get Bad Tenants Out
American Apartment Owners Association
DECEMBER 9, 2024
In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. Each tenant situation is unique, and exploring strategies that have worked for other landlords can provide valuable insights. Consulting a landlord-tenant lawyer ensures you follow the correct legal steps.
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5 Key Elements of an Effective Rental Maintenance Strategy
BiggerPockets
MAY 31, 2021
Dealing with property maintenance is challenging. Here, learn how to develop strategies to maintain rental properties and how technology can revolutionize maintenance request processing.
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Tenant Retention 101: Essential Tips for Property Managers
BetterWho
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
High turnover can drain your finances and disrupt your property management workflow. You’re not only looking at lost rent for every month your property is empty. The cost of finding a new tenant, additional maintenance, marketing the property, etc., Or is maintenance due? The cost of turnover adds up.
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Understanding Tenant Responsibilities: A Guide to Rental Property Maintenance
Real Property Management Enterprises
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
There is a balance between landlord and tenant responsibilities in the world of rental properties. We’ll explain what maintenance tenants are responsible for in this post, so that everyone has a hassle-free and happy rental experience. Although it could initially seem overwhelming, do not worry!
5 Questions to Ask Yourself If You’re Considering DIY Property Maintenance
BiggerPockets
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
How do you know if you can save money and fix your maintenance problems on your own? Ask yourself these five questions.
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Helpful Rental Property Maintenance Schedule for Weston Landlords
Florida Property Management
OCTOBER 2, 2020
When you have your maintenance routine scheduled ahead of time, you will have an easier time staying up to date with everything that needs to be done. There’s less of a chance that your home will need emergency maintenance when you’re prepared and consistent, however. Schedule plumbing maintenance and inspections annually.
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Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights: Key Differences and Legal Protections
American Apartment Owners Association
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Tenants have a legal right to occupy a property because of a written agreement with the landlord. They pay rent as agreed in the lease agreement which also outlines their rights and by landlord-tenant laws. As for squatters, they don’t have this initial right as their stay in a given property is without permission.
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Top Strategies for Effective Commercial Property Maintenance Explained
Property Management Inc.
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Property managers and owners, facility managers, and real estate investors need to adopt a proactive approach to commercial property maintenance, using a comprehensive commercial property maintenance checklist to ensure nothing is overlooked.
Reducing maintenance costs: Essential tips for multifamily rental property landlords
MRI Software
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Reducing maintenance costs is understandably a top priority for multifamily property landlords. Efficient property maintenance not only saves you money but also enhances tenant satisfaction. In fact, studies show that proactive maintenance can reduce overall costs by up to 30% !
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Understanding Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: A Guide for Property Managers
American Apartment Owners Association
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Landlords and property managers must follow this rule to avoid making unnecessary or excessive admissions into the rented space. However, this isn’t always the case; emergencies, scheduled maintenance visits, and regulatory inspections should all be planned after the renter has been adequately informed.
4 Ways to Attract Long-Term Tenants in a Competitive Market
Bay Property Management Group
DECEMBER 12, 2024
From time to time, landlords may be plagued with tenant turnover, despite their best efforts.While its hard to predict whether a tenant will stay long-term at the outset, certain factors can help increase the chances of tenant longevity. To really get a fuller picture, consider contacting previous landlords for more information.
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Due Diligence: How Real Property Management Chicago Group Sets Ourselves Apart
Real Property Management Chicago
JUNE 4, 2021
To provide a sense of security for your tenants, you have the crucial task of carefully preparing your property to make it liveable. This may include getting insurance for your property as well as doing routine maintenance and repairs. This is why we inspect your property to find out if there is anything that needs to be done.
Can an HOA Evict You? What You Need To Know
Bay Property Management Group
DECEMBER 26, 2024
However, rule violations, unpaid fees, or legal actions initiated by the HOA can impact the property owner, potentially leading to eviction through the landlord. Understanding and Compliance Are Crucial – Tenants should familiarize themselves with HOA rules and maintain open communication with landlords. What is an HOA?
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How to Maximize Rental Income Without Raising Rent
Bay Property Management Group
DECEMBER 10, 2024
As a landlord, finding ways to boost rental revenue is always a top priority. Instead, value addition is the best strategy to increase rental income since it allows you to improve your property and services without simply raising rent. In order to boost tenant retention rates, landlords must foster a positive experience overall.
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How to Effectively Handle Landlord-Tenant Disputes in San Gabriel Valley, CA
InveServe
JANUARY 2, 2025
Building and maintaining strong landlord-tenant relationships can be rewarding and challenging, especially in a rental market like San Gabriel Valley, CA. Disputes over lease terms, maintenance issues, or rent payments are almost inevitable, but how theyre addressed can make all the difference.
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Is it Better to Rent or Buy a House in California?
Beach Front Property Management
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Renting often comes with lower annual costs, as residents are not responsible for property maintenance or significant repairs. No maintenance responsibilities : Residents are usually not responsible for home repairs or maintenance. It is a common question with no universal answer. Budgeting for repairs is essential.
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Tips to Improve Your Apartment Maintenance Cycle
Real Property Management Choice
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Rental property maintenance is not the property owner’s responsibility alone. Here’s a list of tips to improve and optimize your apartment rental cycle with some winter maintenance tips: Take proactive steps The sooner you take the first step, the better you can do with property management and maintenance.
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Can Tenants Get The Boot When Smoking In Apartments?
Rental Choice
AUGUST 6, 2024
Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. In addition, landlords may prohibit smoking under the rental agreement and an apartment smoker will face consequences should they ever break the rules. Why Do Landlords Prohibit Smoking? Is smoking grounds for eviction?
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The Ethical Side of AI You Need to Know: Lessons from SafeRent and Opportunities for the Future
BetterWho
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The settlement requires SafeRent to halt its use of tenant scores for voucher holders, instead encouraging landlords to evaluate renters based on their full record. This case serves as a wake-up call for property managers: while AI can simplify managing rental properties, ethical implementation is essential.
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5 Creative Ways to Get Bad Tenants Out
Beach Front Property Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. Each tenant situation is unique, and exploring strategies that have worked for other landlords can provide valuable insights. Consulting a landlord-tenant lawyer ensures you follow the correct legal steps.
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Getting Out Of The Money Pit: 4 Ways To Lower Your Property Maintenance Costs
Real Property Management Choice
MARCH 8, 2019
Here are 4 ways Real Property Management Choice in Los Angeles can keep maintenance costs low and tenant satisfaction high. The worst thing you can do as an investment property owner is to be caught unprepared for an emergency or maintenance request. as well as maintenance on all of the utilities and HVAC.
Dealing with Difficult Tenants: When and How to Enforce Eviction Procedures
Real Property Management Evertrust
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Becoming a landlord is often seen as a great investment opportunity, but managing tenants , especially difficult ones, can quickly turn your dream into a nightmare. For new landlords, navigating tenant conflicts and understanding when and how to enforce eviction procedures can be especially tricky. Common Mistakes New Landlords Make 1.
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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
MRI Software
MARCH 22, 2024
For landlords and property managers, this season is the perfect opportunity for essential property maintenance tasks. After the winter months, taking proactive steps to inspect and repair your properties can prevent major issues and ensure they are ready for the warmer months ahead.
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