10-US Cities Where Rents are Going to Rise the Fastest

By Michelle Wrege Sunday, October 9, 2016

The tech boom has been pushing up rental prices in the US. And it shows no signs of abating, with rents in the West's tech hubs expected to be some of the fastest growing across the nation over 2017, according to Zillow's latest forecast. Millennials are draw...

How to Take Care of Maintenance Requests Like a Boss – Property Management Portland

By Michelle Wrege Wednesday, September 14, 2016

In this week's blog we are going to talk about how to take care of maintenance requests for your Sarasota & Portland rental property like a boss. Taking care of maintenance requests efficiently will keep your tenants happy and ensure your investment property is protect...

Common Fees Other Management Companies Charge

By Michelle Wrege Tuesday, August 30, 2016

In this week's blog we are going to talk about common fees other Sarasota & Portland property management companies charge. When you’re looking for a property management company to handle your rental property, you’ll want to talk about fees and take a look at the ...

How to Save Money on Maintenance on Your Portland Rental Home

By Michelle Wrege Tuesday, August 16, 2016

In this week's blog we are going to talk about how to save money on maintenance for your Sarasota & Portland rental property. Repairs can be one of the costliest parts of being a landlord, and saving money on maintenance is helpful when you own a rental property. These t...

How to Care for Your Rental Property – Best Landlord Tips

By Michelle Wrege Monday, August 1, 2016

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 thin...

How to Cool a Room Down

By Michelle Wrege Thursday, July 21, 2016

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 c...

Landscaping Tips for Added Security

By Michelle Wrege Thursday, July 7, 2016

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 bur...

Can You Afford to Skip Renters Insurance

By Michelle Wrege Thursday, June 23, 2016

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 ...

5 Tips for Showing Property Like a Professional Property Manager

By Michelle Wrege Tuesday, June 14, 2016

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...

Why You Need Renters Insurance

By Michelle Wrege Tuesday, May 31, 2016

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 hav...