I’ve read a lot here on BiggerPockets about the pros and cons of using a property management company, but have you ever considered how property management companies view property owners? Property management companies fully expect to maintain the properties they manage and manage the tenants who live in them. What you may not realize i...

When it comes to property management, countless firms make big promises: we're the best in the game or our experience speaks volumes. Of course, anyone can make an impressive claim—it takes real skills and resources to achieve powerful results. If you're in the market for a property manager in Salt Lake City, St. George, or Idaho F...

Owning a rental property comes with its own set of unique challenges, but managing a home when you live in another state is near impossible. Partnering with a property manager becomes imperative at this point, but even with someone managing the home, you're still at a disadvantage when you live far away. If you own local re...

Many property owners are extremely price conscious and driven to keep profit margins high. Managing a rental property on your own is one way to potentially save a few dollars each month, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Before you take the leap into self management, ask yourself the following questions. The insight your a...

As a property owner, vacancies hurt your bottom line. You don't receive a rent check without a tenant living in your property, which makes it imperative to find the right people to call your unit home. Of course, you also need to make sure the tenants you select are appropriately qualified and won't cause headaches for you down the road. ...

There are no two ways about it: properly maintaining a rental property requires an ongoing financial investment. In some cases, you may even need to overhaul your property or make substantial upgrades, further taxing your property budget. While certain expenses are inevitable, savvy investors need to find the right balance between keeping...

Searching for the perfect property manager in Salt Lake City, St. George or Idaho Falls is a challenging process. The ideal property management partner has plenty of experience in the real estate industry, a proven track record you can trust, and the resources necessary to help you stay successful. When it comes to narrowing down your opt...

Tenants can sometimes play dumb and try to tell you that they don’t understand what they were getting into when they rented your property. You have to hold those tenants accountable for any property damage and the lease agreement they signed. Tenants should read their lease agreement before they move in. If you get a bad tenant who tr...

Landlords who are trying to decide what they are responsible for in terms of yard care, utilities, and other things around the property often wonder what they should be paying for and what the tenant should be paying for. It really depends on your comfort level and your budget. Landlord Tenant Agreement If you want to hire someone and p...

Today, we’re sharing some advice for new landlords. If you’re a first time landlord looking to get tenants in your property, we have a checklist that we like to go through with new owners. It ensures the property is move-in ready and appealing to good tenants. Preparing Your Home for Tenants Major things you’ll want to take care of...