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A Guide to Handling Rental Property Chimney Maintenance

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When it comes to maintaining a rental property, there are several aspects that you may not even consider–including chimney maintenance. If you have one, regular maintenance and chimney inspections are crucial to keeping rental properties safe. Whether you’re a tenant or a property owner, knowing how to care for a chimney or fireplace is essential. […]

Handling Tenant Requests for Maintenance and Upgrades

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If you own and manage rental properties, you know the importance of maintenance and repairs. When issues arise in rental units, it’s important to take care of them promptly to ensure tenant safety, satisfaction, and comfort. Today, we’ll review some of the most common tenant requests, how to handle them, and additional upgrades you may […]

HVAC Maintenance to Get Your Rental Ready for Fall

A chill is in the air, the leaves are falling, and your HVAC system is probably the last thing on your mind. As a rental property owner, Fall brings with it many maintenance tasks like cleaning gutters and checking for leaks. However, to keep tenants comfortable all year long, it is essential to service the […]

Fall Landscaping Tips for Tenants to Help Protect Your Rental this Winter

As the weather and leaves begin to turn this Fall, not everyone immediately thinks of landscaping opportunities. But in fact, the Fall is the ideal time to complete essential outdoor maintenance to ensure your rental property stays protected and beautiful all year long. While the property owner should complete major tasks, there are several things […]

How to Create a Maintenance Schedule for Your Rental Property

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Owning rental properties comes with a lot of responsibility. One of the primary responsibilities of running a rental business is scheduling and performing maintenance tasks. Rental maintenance is crucial for several reasons, like preserving the property and retaining tenants. That said, it’s important to create a maintenance schedule to stay on top of potential issues […]

Who is Responsible for Snow Removal at a Rental Property?

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When you own rental properties in regions with a lot of snow, you have to plan for snow removal before the first flakes fall. When you create a lease for your rental property, it’s crucial to determine who is responsible for maintaining snow removal. That said, it’s different depending on what type of property you […]

How Much Should Investors Save for Rental Property Maintenance Costs

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Owning and managing rental properties takes a ton of time, money, and effort. One of the significant aspects of managing rental properties is keeping up with routine maintenance, emergency maintenance issues, and other maintenance requests. As such, it’s crucial to account for rental property maintenance costs while creating your business budget. Here’s what you need […]

What is Considered Emergency Rental Maintenance?

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Whether you are a tenant or landlord, no one wants to deal with the inconvenience of emergency rental maintenance. For landlords, maintenance of any kind requires time, money, and coordinating efforts. That said, effective repair policies rely on a clear understanding of what is and is not an emergency, along with a process to handle […]

Tips for Landlords: Multi-Family Property Maintenance

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While maintenance is not an ideal task for landlords and tenants, it’s necessary for all multi-family properties. That said, property maintenance doesn’t just mean cleaning the property every once in a while, there’s more to it than that. Multi-family property maintenance includes ensuring each rental unit is safe and in working order. Let’s go over […]

Rental Property Replacement Windows: Cost vs. Benefit

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Replacing your windows is not something you likely think about often. However, it’s pretty important–especially in a rental home. Like most things in a rental property, windows become worn, damaged, or dated relatively quickly. Continue reading as we go over some warning signs to look for along with the benefits of replacement windows in a […]