Property Management Blog

In this week's blog we are going to talk about how to properly care for your Sarasota & Portland rental property. When you take care of your rental property, you’ll preserve the value of your asset and keep your tenants happy. There are a few cheap, preventative things you can do that will go a long way in saving you money. P...

During the summer time temperatures and humidity soar high.  Here are a few tips to beat the summer heat: 1.  Crack open a window at night. 2.  Keep the blinds closed during the day. 3.  Ice: Please a frozen bottle of water in front of a fan and get a nice cool breeze. 4.  Fans:  Ceiling fans can be great d...

In 2014, just over 1.7 million individuals fell victim to burglary according to the FBI. Sometimes deadbolts and alarm systems just aren’t enough to deter thieves. But there are outdoor security measures you can take to prevent property loss at the hands of a burglar. Here are 10 ways you can help protect your home with a...

Getting relatively inexpensive coverage now could save you a massive headache later. Whether they’re in Philadelphia, PA or Houston, TX, the first thing people think about when they rent a new place is getting renters insurance to protect their belongings, right? No, not really. Almost all homeowner...

Showing your rental property like a professional property manager is crucial because it’s your best opportunity to convince good tenants to fill out an application. You want to make sure you and your property are prepared. Curb Appeal Make sure the property is ready to be seen by prospective renters. When you drive up to the...

There are a lot of reasons why you need renters insurance. Yet, there seems to be a strange disconnect between how many people need it and how many actually have it. Consider: 95 percent of homeowners have homeowners insurance, yet only 40 percent of renters have renters insurance, according to a 2015 Insurance Informati...

These tips on advertising your rental property will help you attract the best tenants and ensure you don’t have a long vacancy. Excellent Property Condition Start with a great house. Have the property freshly painted on the inside and landscaped well on the outside. The yard must be mowed, the shrubs and bushes edged and the d...

Realtors and brokers have a lot to gain by referring their clients with investment properties to a professional property management company. We’d like to share five reasons you should partner with PropM, Inc. We Don’t Compete Our company does not sell real estate. Therefore, you don’t have to see us as competition...

 Finding a well qualified tenant for your rental property is a priority for many landlords, and there are a number of prequalifying questions you can ask before you take the time to show people the home. These tips will save you time as a landlord and help you find better tenants. Make sure the home is a good fit before you even...

The job of a good property management company is to effectively protect your investment while helping you earn a greater return on that property. It’s important to distinguish between average management companies and outstanding companies. Any property manager can rent out your property, collect rent and deduct their fee. True ...