Property Management Blog

“It was like that when I moved in.”Landlords and property managers in Columbus hear that a lot from tenants. When the tenancy has ended and we’re conducting our move-out inspection, we might find signs of damage that go beyond the normal wear and tear we expect from a tenancy. The residents who have moved out and ar...

When you rent out a Columbus property, you’re often thinking about the property as a whole, but you also need to break it down into each system and function. It’s important that you’re prepared to repair and replace systems and appliances throughout the tenancy and the entire cycle of your investment property. That ...

When you invest in a real estate market, you need to study the local economy. You need to know what’s happening that will increase or decrease the value of your rental properties there. In Columbus, we’ve had some good news. Intel is expanding their operations in Ohio in a big way, and that’s going to bring a l...

Vacancy is bad. That’s an oversimplified statement, sure, but it really comes down to just that. When your Columbus rental property is left unoccupied, there are a lot of dangers that can befall it. No one likes to think about worst case scenarios, but an empty property may attract: SquattersBurglarsThievesCriminalsVandals...

Real estate investors in Columbus have a lot of options when they’re looking for investment opportunities. We have some long established neighborhoods with old homes and a high percentage of owners versus renters. We have new construction communities in HOA neighborhoods with amenities such as clubhouses and pools. There are co...

Columbus is an ideal market for real estate investors, and if you have not yet explored this as an option for growing and diversifying your portfolio of rental properties, now is the time to pay attention. Smart investors have already arrived, and they understand the potential and the opportunities that Columbus provides. You should ...

Having someone else live in your investment property comes with its own challenges. When you live in your own home, you are careful and considerate regarding the maintenance of the house. However, tenants may not have the same emotional bond with their rented homes and may treat the house with negligence.In addition, there are several oth...

As a tenant seeking a good home, it is essential to present yourself in the best way possible. Landlords and property managers always prioritize renters that they think will cause the least trouble. What are the attributes of a good leaseholder though? Here are some characteristics that Columbus real estate managers look for in a good ten...

As a new landlord, you are excited by the prospect of managing your investment property on your own and think that you can manage your tenants by yourself, without any external help. However, as time passes, you start to realize that managing your rental is a demanding task.You have a ton of responsibility and no respite, especially if yo...

A common dilemma that Columbus property owners often face while moving to a new place is whether to sell their current home for immediate returns or rent it for a relatively lesser, but consistent income. So, which one is the right option? Do you rent it or sell it?The answer is not a simple yes or no and it differs from homeowner to home...