At PMI, we believe it's very important it is to screen your tenants. This is to ensure that you end up with the right people who will care for your property and pay the rent on time.
Establishing a good tenant-landlord relationship goes beyond... (Read More)
There are many flooring types that you can consider for your rental property. You've probably seen a variety of rentals that offer wall-to-wall carpeting. On one hand, carpeting can be more affordable than hardwood. Plus, carpeting is cozy and has a... (Read More)
Homeownership isn't for everyone. In fact, some people prefer renting over owning.
If you're trying to decide if renting is right for you, consider the following:
1. You're planning to move in the next few years.
If you desire flexibility... (Read More)
When you have multi-family units to manage, you can quickly become inundated with work. There are several things you need to navigate and expenses to be aware of. Here are a few things to consider:
Set ground rules
One of the first things you... (Read More)
We all know that a residential investment can be very lucrative. However, it can also come with some headaches. How can a landlord safeguard themselves and reduce trouble down the road? There are actually a few things you can do to help lower... (Read More)
Should you or shouldn't you include washers and dryers at your rental property? This is a question many landlords ask themselves.
On one hand, it can be an added value to tenants - another amenity that can be featured on a rental listing. It may... (Read More)
One of the nice things about renting a property is that the majority of maintenance issues can be handled by someone else. You typically won't need to hire a vendor to come in and handle issues that pop up.
This can be a tremendous relief for... (Read More)
We all know that finding the right tenants is an important task for residential landlords. The right tenants will pay their rent on time, take care of the property well and won't look to cause issues. But, making the wrong choice when it comes to... (Read More)
At PMI, we believe there are four things that are extremely important when partnering with a property management company –– effective communication skills, integrity and honesty, accurate accounting, and availability of management. Each of these... (Read More)