On paper, a tenant-landlord relationship is mutually beneficial. The tenant needs a commercial space to rent for their business and the landlord needs an occupant. The tenant can then use the space to make an income, and the landlord can also make... (Read More)

We all know that finding the right tenants is an important task for residential landlords. The right tenants will pay their rent on time, take care of the property well and won't look to cause issues. But, making the wrong choice when it comes to... (Read More)

When you have a vacancy at your commercial property you'll want to take some steps to prepare it for leasing. Whether it's a new property you just purchased or you're preparing it between tenants, you should go through a series of steps before you... (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)

Pay now or pay later. If moisture control is not a priority, it can easily become a pressing issue later down the road. Moisture can be insidious because it can pose a threat to the structure and integrity of a building, while also affecting... (Read More)

The best property managers are concerned with providing a stellar customer service experience to tenants of all abilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) “prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of... (Read More)

Advertising is one way to get people in the door. But, once they're in, what will they see? Will they see outdated paint and carpet or new aesthetics? What will your customer's first impressions be? Everything from the paint to the furniture to the... (Read More)

As a landlord, you know that managing every aspect of your rental properties can be a difficult task. Even if you have a small team to help you out, managing your property can be a huge headache. The right property management company can save you a... (Read More)

Investing in commercial property can certainly have its financial benefits. Typically, this type of investment has the potential for higher earnings than residential real estate. But, there are a lot of fees that are also attached to owning any real... (Read More)

Advertising a rental property vacancy can seem like a tall order. After all, most experts say you only have seven seconds to capture a reader's attention with an ad before they move on. With such constraints, it’s critical to choose your words... (Read More)