Property Management Blog

Breaking a lease can be a tricky situation for both landlords and tenants, especially since eviction laws differ across many states. Things like handling security deposits, knowing the landlord-tenant law, and navigating the Fair Housing Act may be difficult.Luckily, we are here to help clear things up. If you are a landlord in Arizona, i...

The goal of every Arizona residential landlord is to rent to a desirable tenant for their rental unit. One that will care for their rental premises, abide by all rental rules and, of course, pay rent on time. But no matter how thorough your tenant screening process is, tenant eviction is almost always an inevitable reality. From not payin...

When we say a property is rent ready, it means that it is safe, habitable, and ready to move-in. Tenants prefer choosing a property that is in good condition and ready to be used, rather than one that is not properly cleaned and maintained.While making your house rent-ready, the main question you need to answer is – which improvemen...

A security deposit offers landlords and tenants important protections. These protections can include:Damage caused by pets. In Arizona, a landlord can agree to allow a tenant to have a pet. In case a pet may cause damage or destruction to the property, a security deposit can cover repairs. With the exception of service animals, if a landl...

Life has certainly thrown real estate investors a curveball or two over the last couple of years. If you’re lucky, you’re working with a good Phoenix property management company that has been able to help you navigate the challenges and trends that we’ve seen recently.The most pressing issue right now, it seems, is rent...

In the state of Arizona, a rental agreement can either be established orally or through a written lease agreement. And once the agreement is established, both the landlord and tenant obtain certain rights and responsibilities pursuant to the Arizona Landlord and Tenant Act. Understanding the Arizona landlord-tenant law is of paramoun...

Is It Still a Good Time to Buy a Rental Property?With the changes happening in the housing market right now, we believe the future looks bright for rental property owners in Phoenix. No matter what the real estate market is like, there are advantages to owning rental properties that compensate for any temporary market fluctuations, and th...

With vaccines available and fewer people getting sick, it seems like the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us. There are still some lingering after-effects, of course, especially when it comes to supply chain issues, pricing, and maintenance.Let’s talk about how this is impacting the local Phoenix rental market, and whether ...

Common Questions When Screening Prospective Tenants When you own a rental property, one of the most important things you need to take care of is finding good tenants. With a good tenant, you can rest easy at night, knowing that the rent will get paid and that your property will be taken care of. On the other hand, having a problem tenant ...

House vs. Condo: Which Is the Better Real Estate Investment for You? Real estate investors often face difficult decisions when trying to decide if it’s better to buy a single-family home or a condominium (multi-family home).This article looks at the risks and opportunities of both types of homes to help you identify which type of p...