How to Get My Full Security Deposit Refund: Advice From a Property Manager
Property owners and managers intend and hope to deliver a full security deposit refund for all tenants—a full refund means the property is in good condition with no damage to repair. However, security deposit reductions are necessary to support the cost of maintenance and repairs. As a professional property manager, here is my advice on […]
How to Prepare for Property Management Emergencies for Multifamily Properties
As a professional property manager, I can assure you that preparing for property management emergencies is an essential step of operating a multifamily rental property. While emergencies may not always occur, it is vital to be prepared for anything that could happen. Facing an emergency situation with no plan can put your tenants at risk […]
Top 5 Challenges Tampa Rental Property Owners Face and How to Overcome Them
Owning a rental property in Tampa, Florida is a highly profitable investment, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. From finding the right tenant for your property, to dealing with unexpected damage, Tampa rental property owners must be educated and prepared for the obstacles that come with this investment venture. Following […]
Pros and Cons of Move-in Specials for My Rental Property
In the midst of the slow season for rental properties, Tampa rental property owners often resort to move-in specials to help fill vacancies and ensure a steady cash flow. A move-in special is an offer extended to renters providing a discount or benefit as an incentive to sign a lease within a given time period. […]
Guide to Investing in Tampa Rental Properties
Tampa Bay is one of the hottest markets for investment rental properties in the United States. Booming with new businesses, upscale hotels, and an unmatched entertainment scene, this sunny paradise makes for the perfect destination to start or grow your investment portfolio. As a property manager in Tampa, I know it can be difficult to […]
What to Do if Your Tenant Doesn’t Pay Rent
One of the most common questions we get as property managers is what to do if your tenant doesn’t pay rent. As a rental property owner in Tampa, when your tenant doesn’t pay rent, then you don’t get paid. Although this situation is something that isn’t always predictable, there are steps you can take to […]
Are Accidental Landlords on the Rise? Tampa Property Management Insight
If you’ve found yourself in the position of an accidental landlord, you’re not the only one. We all know accidents happen, but it may come as a surprise that accidentally owning a rental property has become more common than you might think. As of 2024, accidental landlords are on the rise. At The Listing Real […]
What Is a Tampa Property Management Maintenance Reserve?
A property manager is typically hired to take over all daily operations of a rental property, and one operational aspect that allows us to do so is a property management maintenance reserve. A property management maintenance reserve can play a pivotal role in your property management experience and the success of your rental property, as […]
Should I Invest in St. Petersburg, Florida Rental Properties?
St. Petersburg, Florida, a sunny and vibrant city located in the Tampa Bay area, is one of the best cities to invest in rental properties right now. St. Petersburg holds the Guinness World Record for most consecutive days of sunshine at 768 days, starting back in 1967. If that alone doesn’t convince you that a […]
Florida 1031 Exchange for Residential Rental Properties
Are you a rental property investor looking to upgrade your portfolio without having to pay a hefty amount of taxes? If so, a 1031 exchange is the perfect opportunity for you. A 1031 exchange may sound intimidating and confusing, but the process is fairly simple to understand when broken down. As a professional Tampa property […]
