The rental housing industry has undergone drastic changes since 2020. A slew of new landlord-tenant laws has made the rental housing industry much more difficult to navigate than in years past. Furthermore, both prospective and current tenant habits have drastically changed after more than two years of lockdown. While some changes in tenant behavior have […]
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A Startling Fact about Multi Family Property Management
A Guide to Multi Family Property Management Your tenants would rather not place your relationship in danger and aren’t very likely to recommend someone they don’t know personally. Among the biggest objections, lots of people have to turn into a landlord is they don’t need to fix toilets.” Your lender will ask for sure forms […]
Read more4 Reasons Renters Might Secretly Hate Renting From You
We want to give you the benefit of the doubt; we bet you’re the nicest landlord out there, always fair, and even drop by every once in awhile to bring treats to your tenants! But it takes a little bit more than a timely bag full of chocolate chip cookies to win the favor of a […]
Read moreThings to Look Out For When Buying a New Rental Property
There’s plenty of talk about housing these days, as the market continues to soar. Even if you’re not looking to uproot in a brand new place yourself, it’s still a wonderful time to consider the merits of owning your own rental property. A good rental property with some quality tenants can continue to make you […]
Read moreRental Preparation and Maintenance: Before, During, and After Tenants
Owning a rental property can be a challenge. Even with the assistance of a property management company, you face a long list of responsibilities as a landlord. We like to split up landlord responsibilities into three distinct categories: before the tenant moves in, during the tenant’s time on your property, and after the tenant leaves. […]
Read moreHow to Have a Stress-Free Holiday as a Landlord
There’s nothing quite like the holidays. You get to see family and old friends, eat incredible food, and reminisce about the good old days. Oftentimes the holidays are also identified with travel. After all, with a week or two away from responsibility, why not book a flight to Europe or take that ski trip you’ve […]
Read moreHow to Rent Your Property to Students
College students are widely acknowledged as an unknown risk when it comes to renting property. While some are incredibly respectful and mature, others can be shockingly rowdy, rambunctious, and careless of property. Because of the risks associated with allowing immature students to rent their property, many Seattle owners are hesitant at best to offer leases […]
Read moreHow Property Owners can Benefit from Switching to Pet Friendly Properties
As a property owner, have you ever considered making your rental properties pet-friendly? Odds are that the thought has crossed your mind, but you likely dismissed it. Perhaps one or more of the following issues crossed your mind: Too much overhead. Potential of damage to property (scratches on doors or floors, urine stains). Additional expenses. […]
Read moreAre the Surging Rent Costs for Seattle and Bellevue About to Change?
Any Bellevue or Seattle tenant will tell you that, right now, paying rent is painful. With new leases in King and Snohomish counties averaging $1,300 dollars, tenants are anxious for a change that could reduce their living expenses. Back in 2013, there was an overall increase in lease rates by about 6.5%. Since then, there […]
Read moreThe Economic Uptick and the Best Places to Live In the Seattle Area
Everyone knows that Seattle is the focal point of most Washington activity. With several major companies and employers established in Seattle property, easy access to the downtown area is in high demand. But finding a comfortable and affordable place to live in the Seattle area can be tricky. Luckily, there are a number of wonderful […]
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