Property Management Insights

First impressions are everything—especially in real estate. When it comes to rental properties, the exterior of your home is often the very first thing a prospective tenant sees, whether in listing photos or when driving by. A property with clean lines, trimmed bushes, and ...

For many property owners, getting a rental "rent ready" means making sure it's clean, everything works, and the keys are handed over. That’s a good starting point, but in today’s rental market, it’s not enough. A rent-ready home meets the basic req...

One of the most valuable assets a property owner can have isn’t just the home—it’s a high-quality tenant who pays on time, treats the property with care, and communicates openly. Long-term tenants reduce turnover costs, minimize vacancy time, and offer a reliabl...

The rental market is evolving, and high-end properties are more desirable than ever. With home prices soaring and interest rates making ownership less accessible, many renters—especially younger ones—are choosing to rent long-term. Rising costs for property taxes, ins...

Owning one rental property is a great start, but if you’re thinking about growing your portfolio, you’ll need more than just luck and a solid lease agreement. Expanding from one or two rentals to a handful—or even dozens—requires smart planning, financial ...

2024 Year-End Property Owner Update and 2025 Outlook As 2024 comes to an end and 2025 is about to begin, I wanted to provide you with an overview of the Atlanta rental market in 2024 and insights into what you can expect in 2025. While some of the trends are challenging, we are c...

At first glance, self-managing a rental property can seem like an effective way to cut costs, especially by avoiding property management fees. However, this approach often comes with its own set of challenges and hidden expenses that many landlords overlook. Before you decide to ...

How much updating to your rental property is too much?When it comes to updating a rental property in Atlanta, it's easy to get caught up in wanting to make everything look brand new and shiny. But the key question to ask yourself is: how much is too much? In many cases, you w...

Over the next couple of years, rental real estate investors should brace for potential financial losses on their investment properties, or at the very least, be prepared to make less. While rental income has traditionally provided a stable return, market forces are shifting, maki...

We can all feel how soft the rental market is in the Atlanta area. Since last year at this time, monthly rental prices have decreased about $200, and just since last month, rent prices have decreased about $50 – and we are coming into the peak season!Our inventory of availa...