When you’re growing your business, one of the biggest challenges is finding the right people to bring on board. Many property managers are ready to take their company to the next level, but the daunting task of hiring...

Some people are hesitant to hire a property manager. Could someone possibly care for your property as well as you? Even established property management companies might be hesitant about hiring someone new for their team. After all, a...

Proprietors once discouraged tips at their restaurants because they were associated with a payment to the server for extra food or drink—which would go into the server’s pocket, while the proprietor would be out the cost of the...

Criminal background checks and credit reports have become routine for rental applicants: About 43 percent of all landlords check rental applicants’ credit, and 48 percent of landlords consider credit information to be one of the top three factors...

Looking to gain new skills to grow your business, stay plugged into current issues, and meet other professionals in your industry? Attending property management conferences could be the perfect way to close off the year. Here are the...

In 2012, Frank Yeager—a 29-year-old resident of Bucks County, Pennsylvania—approached a sales agent from Pulte Homes and asked her to show him one of their model homes. Something didn’t seem right, though. Yeager’s overall demeanor, as well as...

7 Habits of Highly Successful Property Managers Guide It’s all too easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day tasks of maintaining a property management business. What could you accomplish if you had more time to focus on...

Joining a property management organization is a good idea for any property manager. These organizations can bring you opportunities to network, earn certifications, attend seminars, discover new technologies, stay up-to-date on industry news, and more. In last week’s post,...