Property Management News

Tip #192:  Do a Good Turn Daily If you have been watching the news this month then you have likely heard the story of a landlord giving a holiday gift to tenants in the form of a rent discount. After one ecstatic tenant posted a picture of the letter he had received informing him of the unexpected $70 discount on the Internet, it went viral, and is now being viewed by millions — including prospective tenants. Besides showing current tenants that he is a nice, caring landlord, this simple act will likely benefit him for years to come. Now, he will have a much easier time finding new tenants as the old ones cycle out. There are a number of sites on the Internet that give tenants an... Read more

Tip #189: Front and Center When posting ads online, it’s easier now,  and more important  than ever,  to include photos. More and more apartment seekers are looking online to enjoy all of the options the Internet provides — maps of the area, lists of nearby services like schools and  bus lines, and entertainment options. Internet listings also allow renters the opportunity to compare properties side by side without having to leave the comfort of home or a cozy coffee shop. When posting pictures, it’s important for landlords to include at least one exterior shot of the property.  Prospective renters want to know what the front of the building or house looks like... Read more