Mental health is a hot topic right now. I am concerned about the mental health in the property management industry. This job is tough. This job is unforgiving. It is not life and death. So why is it so stressful?  We are problem solvers. So, how do we solve this problem of mental health? How...

Seems odd to say property management is an investment, but it is true. Many property owners look at the monthly management fee and think what am I getting for this? I would submit to you that the management fee should be looked at more like an insurance policy. When you pay your premiums each month...

The move out process for property managers is arduous- not complaining, just stating facts. There are many legalities and deadlines we must meet. Some residents may not understand why they should communicate with us during this time. Mostly, it is out of common courtesy. We have a job to do and you letting us know...

The 3 R’s of property management are report, recommend and/or request. The title property manager means something different to every person. Many expect a property manager to know all and do all. Some even consider us a personal assistant-funny but true! To be frank, the job is too big for the title, but more on...

It is true that small improvements can increase the rent, or better yet create long term residents. The days of “it’s just a rental” are long gone. As rental rates increase so do resident expectations. These are the top 10 small improvements we recommend to increase rent. You could also consider some of these as...