The safety and well being of community members should be of utmost importance to your HOA. Associations should act to the fullest extent possible to adhere to all procedures and policies that keep communities safe. Ultimately, the safety and... (Read More)

Positive reviews are a gold mine for landlords of short-term rentals. The market is saturated with short-term rentals, so landlords need to take extra measures to ensure that they stay competitive. They need to make their property attractive to... (Read More)

Real estate investment can be a lucrative business. However, it can also be a competitive one. There are multiple properties bidding for the attention of guests looking for short-term rentals. So, how competitive are you? Are you keeping up with the... (Read More)

What did it feel like when you were elected to your association's board? What were your goals? Why did you agree to serve? Does the reality of the responsibility align with your vision of the work? Board members may be able to leverage their... (Read More)

It’s an awkward position to be in. If just a few homeowners aren’t paying their HOA fees, it can really start to affect your financials. But what you do can be just as important as what you don't do in response to such situations. In fact, a lot... (Read More)

Are you struggling with high turnover or low occupancy in your rental units? Your strategy (or lack thereof) may be to blame. Your marketing should be active, not passive. Hint: a basic "for rent" sign won't do. Following are effective and creative... (Read More)

About 30 percent of Americans suffer from allergies, according to WebMD. That's nothing to sneeze at, pardon the pun! Itchy, watery eyes, runny noses, sneezing and other symptoms can be annoying at best. What does this have to do with your... (Read More)

Being a landlord is no small undertaking. Many critical tasks come along with the job. Some landlords, especially those who are new to the role, may not realize the breadth and depth of the work. And oversights can lead to serious legal issues in... (Read More)

Before you let renters do a walkthrough of your property, make sure it's in great condition. There are several things they will be looking for as they decide whether yours is the right property for them. Let's talk about a few of these things so you... (Read More)

Are you looking for additional ways to improve occupancy at your rental? There are plenty of things you can try. Let's go over a few in this blog. One of the things to keep in mind is that it's typically better to retain your tenants than to have... (Read More)