How Short-Term Rental Owners, Managers Can Captain COVID-19 Cleaning
Thursday, October 08
Today, short-term rentals occupy a strange and unique space in the vacation industry. While airline travel is still down significantly due to COVID-19, stays at properties on Airbnb have nearly doubled over the past few months. For people looking to get away, driving to a short-term rental proper...
5 Easy Steps to Protect Your Rental Property From Water Damage
Friday, September 04
Water damage can be disastrous for rental property owners. It’s the second-most common type of homeowner insurance claim and costs nearly $7,000 on average. It doesn’t take long for water to spread and cause immediate damage that will linger for years. Even the tiniest of leaks can cause wood to ...
5 Ways to Make Your Rental Properties More Environmentally Friendly
Tuesday, January 14
Until recently, renting was more of a necessity than a choice for young professionals in need of housing. With residents' incomes and a shifting job market in play, property owners invested minimal resources into rental units in an effort to keep them affordable. Today's younger generations, howe...
3 Ways to Make Your Investment Property Stand Out in a Crowded Market
Friday, March 01
Amazon’s highly publicized search for a location for its second headquarters recently highlighted a theme property managers know all too well: In a world where supply can't be added overnight, making yourself stand out in a crowded market can be a challenge.The good news is that with strong basel...
Why Renters Move Out Unexpectedly — and How to Get Them to Stay
Tuesday, January 29
Times have been good in the rental business. Landlords and property managers have become accustomed to 6-8 percent increases in year-over-year rental rates. While unit demand should hold strong, growth in rental rates is expected to soften in the foreseeable future as the market absorbs new inven...