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Blog Post January 2011: Seven Proactive Ways to Avoid Risk

January 2011: Seven Proactive Ways to Avoid Risk

No investor wants to hear that there is a possible or definite lawsuit to defend. Although there are times you cannot avoid legal actions, most of the time, property owners can by being proactive. Here are seven positive steps to follow to reduce your risk. Never ignore nec...
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Blog Post December 2010: Planning for the New Year

December 2010: Planning for the New Year

As another year ends, many people take time to reflect on the past year. Generally, this leads to setting goals and making resolutions for the New Year. Our company is busy reviewing 2010 and planning on how we can improve our property management services to you, our clients. He...
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Blog Post November 2010: Never Ignore Water

November 2010: Never Ignore Water

Water is a necessary element to support life and when it concerns rental property, water usage must be available to tenants. However, water can be destructive. This can come from an act of nature, such as a serious flood or hurricane. If there are repairs left unchecked in a ren...
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Blog Post October 2010: When It is NOT a Pet

October 2010: When It is NOT a Pet

Ordinarily, property owners have the right to refuse animals while renting their property. However, there a specific circumstance exists when a dog, cat, or possibly another animal it is not considered a "pet." When a disabled person with an assistance animal applies to rent...
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Blog Post September 2010: Plan Winter Maintenance Now

September 2010: Plan Winter Maintenance Now

Thinking about winter maintenance needs for your investment before the season hits can often save you money. An extra benefit is that it can help keep tenants happy. For example, if you wait until the rains or winds come and the roof leaks, you will be competing with everyone el...
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Blog Post August 2010: Are You Prepared?

August 2010: Are You Prepared?

We continually work on educating tenants for any event that could happen during their tenancy. This includes making rental payments, reporting maintenance, handling emergencies/disasters, checking smoke alarms, practicing good neighbor policies, buying renter's insurance, and mo...
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Blog Post July 2010: When Handed Lemons, Make Lemonade

July 2010: When Handed Lemons, Make Lemonade

People have many fears when deciding to rent their home or contemplating buying an investment property. Horror stories abound about damage and difficult tenants. They have made many movies that portray outrageous tenant situations. Unfortunately, difficulties can arise and ...
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Blog Post June 2010: Mistakes Investors Should Avoid

June 2010: Mistakes Investors Should Avoid

The economy has certainly been volatile for the last few years. The stock market took a major nosedive, foreclosures have been rampant, and unemployment has risen to all time highs in many areas. However, in every market, there are opportunities and for some, now is a good time ...
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Blog Post May 2010: Renting and the Handicapped

May 2010: Renting and the Handicapped

Fair Housing is simple - do not discriminate. While this may be a basic principle, it is often not "easy" to follow, particularly in the area of handicapped or disabled persons. Many landlords often do not know or understand the legal requirements when it comes to renting to han...
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Blog Post April 2010: Setting the Stage for Better Showings

April 2010: Setting the Stage for Better Showings

If you list your home with a REALTOR®, they would advise you to take certain steps to maximize how your house would show to the public. Their recommendations may include cleaning, landscape clean up, painting, installing new flooring, changing an appliance, and more. In ad...
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