Property Management Blog
Should I Allow Pets in a Rental Property?
Chris Barber - Friday, December 2, 2022
Are you aware that seven out of ten households in America have one or more pets?People who own properties don't need to worry about adopting animals, but renters can struggle to find suitable homes. This predicament puts rental property owners in a unique situation.Have you been wondering if you should allow pets in a rental property?...
Why Is Tenant Screening So Important? A Closer Look
Chris Barber - Friday, November 4, 2022
Roughly half of the housing units in Vancouver, WA are occupied by renters. Many residential property owners are missing out on key opportunities by overlooking the importance of tenant screening.Tenant screening offers you an opportunity to learn more about a potential tenant before approving their rental application. You can check thing...
Vancouver, Washington Real Estate: Top Neighborhoods for Families
Chris Barber - Friday, October 7, 2022
Quick, think about America's boom towns. You may think about Seattle or Portland. But Vancouver's population grew by nearly 30,000 people during the 2010s. Vancouver, Washington real estate is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, yet you have many options to live in the city. Don't rush your move to Vancouver. Take a l...
How to Choose a Property Manager: The Complete Guide for Landlords
Chris Barber - Friday, September 9, 2022
In life, there are a lot of things that are easy, but being a property manager and landlord isn't one of them. If you are a rental property investor, you likely don't have experience running a property.Allocate these job duties to someone else. To find the right fit for your property, you need to know how to choose a property mana...
A Landlord's Guide to Owning a Pet Friendly Rental
Chris Barber - Wednesday, August 3, 2022
According to a recent study, millennials are the generation most likely to own pets. As a landlord, it's important to brainstorm how to appeal to the current generation of renters. One of the best ways to increase occupancy in your properties is by creating a pet-friendly environment. Pets may scare you as a landlord, especi...
The Best Tenant Screening Services for Landlords
Chris Barber - Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Did you know that evicting one tenant can cost a landlord up to $10,000? If you are a real estate owner or investor worried about dealing with late or non-payments, evictions, or property damage you need to keep reading for the best tenant screening services.What Is Tenant Screening?At its simplest, tenant screening is checking ...
4 Key Real Estate Investing Tips for 2022
Chris Barber - Wednesday, June 8, 2022
You hear a lot about stocks, cryptocurrencies, and other "hot" investments on the news. Well, even today, millionaire investors still say that real estate is the best investment you can make as a first-time or full-time investor.However, no investment is guaranteed to earn you anything. If anything, real estate comes with the bi...
How to Find the Best Property Management Company in Vancouver, Washington
Chris Barber - Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Do you have time to collect rent, screen tenants, and check in on your rental property? Most people don’t. That’s why so many real estate investors choose to hire a property management company.Property managers can handle all the tasks that you don’t have time to handle. They generally work for a percentage of your rent ...
How to Be a Hands-Free Landlord
System - Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Millions of independent landlords spend every waking moment worrying about their rental properties. They might have maintenance repairs to take care of and new prospective tenants to screen.Managing your rental property can be stressful and time-consuming. There are steps that you can take to make sure that you can prioritize your day job...
Investment Savvy: 1031 Exchange Rules You Need To Know In Vancouver
Chris Barber - Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Capital gains taxes can get hefty, rising up to 20% or even more in some situations. Because of this, people are always looking for ways to cut down on the taxes they owe. The 1031 exchange is one interesting way for investors to save money by deferring their capital gains taxes.But how does it work, and what 1031 exchange rules do y...
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