Management Tips for When Your Property Is Not Renting
No matter when you purchased, invested in, or put your property up for rent, you lose money for every month that it remains empty.
Spring & Summer To-Do Lists for Property Investors & Landlords
Any Seattle area property investment will require a certain amount of spring and summer upkeep and maintenance.
A Landlord’s Guide to Security Measures for Rental Property
Keeping your rental units safe and providing some measure of security to any tenants who move into your investment property is not only something you should consider but also your legal responsibility. While most of your liabilities include how and where you distribute keys and what security measures you install into your property, it is […]
Go Local! Investing in West Lake Hills
Investing in any property requires a certain amount of research so that you are familiar with the area, know the amenities and marketing opportunities, understand future developments, and hopefully understand your renter demographic. Research can help you to make the right decisions for your property investment, and that all starts with being familiar with the […]
Are Condos a Good Investment?
Investing in a condominium can seem like an easy, low-cost way to get started in real estate investment, and it can be. However, it’s important to review your options and to do the math to ensure that your condo, area, and local real estate market will allow the investment to pay itself off. Condos can […]
Curb Appeal on a Budget – How to Dress Up Multi-Family Homes & Apartments
Curb appeal affects a small part of your property’s value but when it comes to influencing tenant’s rental decisions and tenant satisfaction, it packs a surprisingly large punch. Surveys from real estate companies around the United States consistently show that curb appeal impacts buyer and tenant decisions, the perceived value of the home, and can […]
Go Local! Investing in Wilburton Neighborhood
Property investment requires thought, research, and care when choosing a location and a property to add to your portfolio. If you’re considering an investment in Bellevue, the neighborhood you choose can affect rates, cost of living, potential tenants, amenities, and much more. In our Go Local! series, we’ll take you through the best of local […]
How to Refurbish Investment Property to Increase the Rent?
Refurbishing property to rent it out can be a great way to add value to your property. However, it is important to note that purchasing a home in disrepair with the intent of refurbishing it to increase the value can backfire if the cost of refurbishment is significantly higher than the value you earn. This […]
How Do Dogs Affect Rental Property?
Pets are a part of life for most people, but for landlords, it’s important to understand the risks and responsibilities that come alongside allowing tenants to own dogs. Pets are considered a calculated risk by most property investors, simply because they can cause damage and be a liability. While, for the most part, dogs are […]
5 Reasons to Invest in Buy-to-Rent Property
Property investments have the potential to pay themselves off quickly, if you research and make the right investment with SJA Property Management.