How Phoenix Landlords Can Cut Rental Management Costs with Property Technology

By Lisa Borchard Tuesday, July 21, 2026

In Phoenix, rental ownership can change quickly once summer hits. An AC issue, a delayed vendor response, or a tenant waiting for updates can turn an ordinary week into an expensive one. Add in long drives between properties, late payments, leasing follow-ups, and scattered messa...

What a Modern Owner Portal Should Show Phoenix Landlords Every Month

By Lisa Borchard Sunday, June 7, 2026

In Phoenix, rental ownership can feel like a constant game of catch-up. Rent hits the account, an AC repair wipes out the win, and suddenly, you are digging through emails to figure out what actually happened this month. That is the frustration many landlords know too well. ...

How Much Do Property Managers Charge in Phoenix? Fees, Leasing Costs, and What’s “Normal” in 2...

By Lisa Borchard Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Owning a rental in Phoenix can feel easy on paper, right up until it collides with real life. A tenant texts about a leak, the A/C quits during a scorching week, and your “quick fix” turns into calls, quotes, and calendar chaos. Most landlords start out confident...

Arizona Rental Laws Every Phoenix Landlord Must Know

By Lisa Borchard Saturday, March 7, 2026

Phoenix can be a great place to own a rental with steady demand, strong rents, and plenty of room to grow from one property into more. The trouble usually isn’t the market. It’s the fine print. A deposit returned late, a notice with the wrong timing, or an eviction st...

Valley Metro Rail and Rent Rates: 2026 Phoenix Station-Level Premiums

By Lisa Borchard Wednesday, January 7, 2026

On June 7, 2025, Phoenix quietly became a different rental market. The South Central Extension and new Downtown Hub turned Valley Metro Rail into a true two-line system, and your tenants felt it first. In 2026, more renters are hunting for a short, car-free commute and a liv...

Tax Season for Phoenix Landlords: Everything You Need to Know

By Lisa Borchard Sunday, December 21, 2025

Tax season in Phoenix doesn’t show up with flashing lights; it sneaks in while you’re juggling AC tune-ups, surprise repairs, and year-end bills. This year, though, it’s not “business as usual.” A new Arizona law, effective January 1, 2025, wipe...

Phoenix’s 82°F Rule: A Landlord’s Rapid-Response Guide to AC Complaints

By Lisa Borchard Sunday, December 7, 2025

At 4:30 p.m. on a July weekday, the pavement shimmers, and your HVAC vendor is juggling emergencies. A tenant texts: “AC is out. It is 91° inside.” In Phoenix, that is not a routine work order. It is a legal, health, and financial alarm. Handled well, you kee...

Arizona Residential Rental Tax Changes 2025: What’s New for Phoenix?

By Lisa Borchard Friday, November 7, 2025

Picture this: it’s January 1, 2025, you open your rent roll, and that familiar “rental tax” line is suddenly…gone!Tenants are asking if their rent will drop. Your software still thinks it’s 2024. And you’re wondering what’s legal, what&r...

Phoenix Absentee Landlords: How to Successfully Manage Rental Properties from a Distance

By Lisa Borchard Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Owning rental property in Phoenix while living out of state isn’t just possible; it’s a proven investment model for landlords who value efficiency and long-term returns. With Arizona’s landlord-friendly laws, strong rental demand, and modern tools, you can succe...

How to Safeguard Your Arizona Rental with an Eviction Protection Plan

By Lisa Borchard Sunday, September 7, 2025

Imagine this: you’ve carefully screened a tenant, signed a lease, and handed over the keys to your investment property in Arizona. Everything seems to be going smoothly—until the rent stops coming in. Phone calls go unanswered, excuses pile up, and eventually, you'...