Each time we take on a new rental property, it always surprises me how many owners are managing their maintenance all ad-hoc.  No system, no plan, all reactionary.  I think this contributes to added stress and frustration (and probably costs).  Let's … [Read more...]

I am surprised by how many inspections we have every month.  Either Section 8 inspections, rental license (rental property inspections).  Because of our heavy concentrations of Minneapolis rental properties, it seems like we are prepping for an … [Read more...]

How often do you get into and inspect your rental properties?  Now I am not talking about a full-blown property inspection like the one that you did when you bought this rental.  I am referring to one where you schedule some time to get into the … [Read more...]

Being a property manager can be many things; fun, challenging, exhilarating, frustrating, & some day’s downright nasty.  Kind of like Minnesota weather!  One of the best things you can do as a property owner/manager is find good people.  It … [Read more...]