Property Management Blog

First impressions matter! This is especially true when it comes to renting out a property. If your rental property doesn’t give a good first impression, a prospect will most likely continue with their search. On the other hand, if it has a good first impression, a prospect will be encouraged to look inside. Boosting your p...

Tenants can be filthy. As a landlord, you probably have heard plenty of horror stories (hopefully not from personal experience) about some seriously funky messes left for the landlord to clean. People do not value things that aren’t theirs - it’s called The Endowment Effect.Essentially, “the endowment effect” is a ...

As a landlord, you’re always looking for creative ways to increase your bottom line. Some landlords focus on keeping their rentals in tip-top shape. However, others try to increase their rents slowly. The opportunities are endless. But I bet you haven’t heard of this money-making solution.Today, we will cover one of the most c...

A month-to-month lease is a document that legally binds a landlord and a tenant. It runs month to month without a specific end date. It automatically renews until either party chooses to end it by giving the other a proper notice. As a landlord, before opting for a month-to-month lease agreement, it can be worthwhile to know everythi...

As a landlord in Fort Collins, you’re expected to oversee the maintenance of your rental by performing regular property inspections.Inspections allow you to spot early signs of damage that you can fix before they escalate and become expensive to repair. Inspections also help you keep your rental habitable and in good condition, whi...

When talking about rental properties, it is all about the bottom line. Profit. Such is the case with any business. Increasing profits can be by; increasing revenue (rent) and/or decreasing expenses. Although it would be nice to eliminate all fees, we know that is impossible. There will always be some costs to maintaining the property. We ...

Whenever a tenant who has signed an agreement with the landlord decides to bring in guests, friends, family, or others, the landlord has no reason to be alarmed.However, some of these guests stay for an extended period, which raises the question: when does a Colorado guest turn into a tenant?In this post, we will answer that question...

One of the most important duties you have as a landlord is managing safety. Accidents, no matter how unintentional, can cause both physical and financial repercussions. But that’s not all, accidents can also damage your reputation. So, the more you comply with safety standards in your rental home, the more well-maintained it be...

Owning a rental property can be a good way to diversify your investment portfolio, build wealth, and generate a decent passive income month to month. That being said, to realize the full potential of your investment property, it has to be managed right. How you manage your property can make or break your chances of success. The...

Designing the best rental ad is what it takes to be effective in marketing your property. A successful property listing is one that invites more prospects to view your rental unit. It ignites interest, provides more details, and catches more attention. If you’re new at creating a property listing, you might feel overwhelmed. Ho...