Expert Opinions for the Housing Market in the Second Half of the Year

By Lisa Borchard Monday, November 21, 2022

The year 2022 has been quite busy so far. Events are happening all around the markets, from the cryptocurrency and stock markets to the real estate market. The Federal Reserve is hiking rates, news about wars, talk of an impending recession, and then inflation rates rising by t...

Rental Property Maintenance Tips for Landlords

By Lisa Borchard Monday, August 8, 2022

Owning a rental property can be a great way to generate passive income. But landlords quickly learn that when maintenance is factored in, all that so-called "passive" income can start to feel pretty active. That’s why a good property manager is important to...

Why and How to Do a Professional Home Inspection after A Tenant Moves Out

By Lisa Borchard Monday, August 8, 2022

Many people dream of becoming a landlord at some point in their lives. Renting out your property enables you to have an independent source of income that can improve your standard of living or cushion your transition in case you lose your job or decide to take a break for which...

Common Problems Property Managers Can Solve

By Lisa Borchard Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Property managers can help you with your property in more than one way. Not only can they help ensure it's well-maintained, but they can also assist you with decide what to do with it. Whether you're looking for tenants or trying to evict one, many things can go wrong. ...

The Responsibilities of a Property Manager

By Lisa Borchard Sunday, July 10, 2022

A property manager is hired to handle a rental property's maintenance, administration, and operations on behalf of its owner. They can be useful for rental property owners who don't have the time to look after a certain property or are living far from it. It's also ...

5 Steps for Handling Emergency Maintenance Requests [+ Preparation Tips]

By Lisa Borchard Monday, April 18, 2022

You’re sitting peacefully watching a movie with your family on a Saturday night when your cell phone’s ringtone blares with texts and calls about an emergency maintenance request. Your night has just taken a thrilling turn of helping the tenants in your Chandler, Ar...

10 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid as a New Real Estate Investor in Phoenix

By Lisa Borchard Thursday, December 23, 2021

So, you want to start investing in Phoenix real estate to create a passive stream of income. That’s great news! How hard could it be when so many people do it. Some of those people even become real estate tycoons eventually. Well, we all have to start somewhere and invest...

17 Must-Know Real Estate Terms for Phoenix Valley Landlords

By Lisa Borchard Monday, November 22, 2021

The world of real estate is fast-paced and has a language all its own. As a first-time property investor and landlord, it’s important to become familiar with real estate terminology. Not knowing the basics of real estate language could lead you to make some uneducated and...

Landlord’s Guide to Handling Late-Paying Tenants (+ Prevention Tips)

By Lisa Borchard Thursday, October 14, 2021

One of the most frustrating parts of being a Phoenix landlord is dealing with late-paying tenants. You already have the responsibility to maintain the property, make sure tenants are satisfied, and pay the bills. Chasing renters down for their rent is just one more inconvenienc...

Top 8 Costly Mistakes Made By New Phoenix Landlords

By Lisa Borchard Monday, September 6, 2021

There is a lot to learn as a new landlord, and it’s easy to make mistakes. Even seasoned property owners can let things slip through the cracks if things get overwhelming as they often do when it comes to running a property. As a professional property management company i...