Property Management Blog

Creative Property Marketing and Advertising Techniques for Commercial Properties

Are you adding your first commercial property to your investment portfolio?It's important to understand that marketing commercial properties is quite different from promoting residential units. You must indeed list both on real estate listing sites to attract tenants, but the...

Lease Renewal Strategies: How to Retain Valuable Tenants

Being a landlord isn't easy in 2023. Any time the topic comes up in articles, you'll see phrases like "landlords are parasites and you're the host."The landlord reputation among those in Central Oregon is at an all-time low. For those looking to keep their c...

5 Tips for Streamlining Your Rent Collection Process

Around seven in ten rental properties are owned by individuals. These individuals usually just own one or two properties, so when a tenant fails to pay rent on time, it can cause them a lot of difficulty.If you want to have the best time as a landlord, you need to ensure rent col...

Unlocking Wanderlust: The Rise of Revenge Travel

COVID-19 was a major hindrance to travel, with 50-60% of road and air travel being halted. With a potential resurgence about to hit, we may miss out on even more travel soon.The result of all the missed travel and vacations untaken has been the rise of "revenge travel."...

Simplifying Lease Documentation Management: Tools and Best Practices

After you and your tenants sign a lease, it cannot be changed unless you both agree to the changes made in writing.Offering leasing flexibility can keep tenants happy and help attract new renters, but changing the lease can be complicated. Managing lease documents is already comp...

Sustainable Property Management: Eco-Friendly Practices for Commercial Properties

With 65% of consumers wanting their companies to do more for the environment, sustainable property management is key to a successful commercial property business.A few changes in the way you maintain your properties can be enough to make a huge impact on the environment. It doesn...

The Common Red Flags to Look for in a Tenant Background Check

In some cities, evictions are soaring over 50% above pre-pandemic levels. Evictions are stressful for both landlords and tenants, and it's in your best interest to avoid them. When you have a problem tenant, however, that can be tough.A good tenant background check can help y...

Pets in a Rental Property: A Guide for Landlord in Bend, Oregon

Did you know that in 2021, there was a study suggesting only 9% of rental units were completely pet-friendly? This may seem surprising because there are various perks to having pets in a rental property.Pet ownership may increase physical activity and a generally happier populati...

4 Skills to Look for When Hiring Community Association Managers in Bend, Oregon

Running any of the 10,000 HOAs in Colorado is never an easy feat.This is why finding the greatest community association managers is crucial. If your community needs a manager, you shouldn't rush your search.How can you tell if you've found an impressive community associat...

3 Benefits of Hiring Community Association Management Services in Bend, Oregon

The rental market in Bend, Oregon, is hotter than ever. If you're overwhelmed with a homeowners association (HOA), you've come to the right place. This guide goes over everything you need to know about community association management, HOA systems, what an HOA manager doe...