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5 Tips to Renting Successfully as a Pet Owner

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

For many Americans, pets are just as much members of the family as humans are. But sharing an apartment with your animal friends can add layers of complexity. Here's a short guide to getting and keeping an apartment as a pet owner.

1. Stick With Pet-Friendly Units

Limit your apartment hunting to landlords that welcome the size, breed, number, and type of pets you have. Hiding a pet in your living situation could create stress that you don't need in your life — and that can bleed over into your pet's psyche as well.

In addition, disregarding the rules could result in you or your animal being evicted, putting both of you at risk for being homeless. If you want to get more pets but your current landlord doesn’t allow it, save it until after you're ready to move on to another rental unit.

2. Know the Added Costs

Renting with pets often comes with some added expenses. The more you prepare for these costs, the easier it will be to work with the system. Most landlords that allow pets require a higher (or additional) security deposit. You may also have to pay a higher monthly fee to keep a pet. And many owners want you to keep renter's insurance to cover the costs of potential pet damage.

In addition to the rental requirements, sharing an apartment with an animal often means paying for services and keeping the pet in good condition. You may want to pay for animal daycare, for example, to keep your dog or cat happy when you're gone. You may also have no place to wash and groom large pets, so you'll need to pay for this service elsewhere.

3. Provide Pet Documentation

One way to help ensure that landlords won't have a problem with your animal is to have its resume ready to go. What's in a pet resume? Include a list of current vaccinations, proof of spaying or neutering, and a clean bill of health from your veterinarian.

If you've had the animal in a rental home before, ask the prior landlord if they will provide a written or telephone reference for the pet's good behavior. If you've completed any kind of obedience training, attach the registration or certificate of completion.

4. Train Your Pet

Once you and your pet find a good apartment, put in some work to make sure you can keep it. Find a training method you and your animal friends enjoy, and work with them before and after moving into the rental.

Dogs should know a few basic commands to keep them under control around other animals, at the front door, and on walks in the neighborhood. Cats and other animals should be trained not to destroy the door, window treatments, or flooring materials as well.

5. Get Your Pet Some Friends

In addition to training, be sure your pet gets plenty of socialization and exercise. A bored dog, many trainers agree, is a naughty dog.

If you're routinely gone for long periods of time, consider hiring a dog walker to take Fido out for a stroll during the day. Utilize doggy day care occasionally for socialization. Hire a neighbor's mature child to come in and play with your cat, bunny, or birds while you're at work. And make sure that your dog gets walks every day.

Help your pet make friends with a few neighbors as well. Introduce the pet to neighbors above, below, and beside your apartment. Arrange animal dates if possible, and help the neighbors to get to know your pet's temperament and friendliness. Once you do make a few pet friends, give the owners a key to your place in case your animal needs to get out while you're gone.

While renting a home as a pet owner can be challenging, it's also extremely rewarding. Start your rental journey by checking out the pet-friendly rental options available at Wilson Property Management today.

6 Signs Your AOOA Needs a New Property Management Company

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Few things make managing an apartment complex easier than a property management company. However, not all property management companies are cut from the same cloth. If you are finding that your property management company doesn't seem to be doing its job, start shopping. Here are a few signs that you should ditch your current representation and find a new company.

1. Your Fees Keep Going Up

Do your fees keep going up for no reason? Inflation is cause in itself. A small increase is reasonable. Large increases periodically, however, are worth questioning. Your property management company should be able to defend any increases in their fees and explain what value they'll be providing to you in the future. If they can't, your fee increases may be covering their own company's shortfalls.

2. Mailers and Emails Are Going Out Late

A property management company must have rock solid communication. Certain issues need to be discussed in a timely manner, from special assessments to work orders being completed around the apartment building. If the company is continuously sending out communications late, you will have unhappy tenants and confused owners.

Some communications are legally vital, such as communications that could indicate that tenants need to move out or that a vote is occurring with the AOAO (Association of Apartment Owners). If these aren't sent out on time, everything else may need to be delayed.

3. The Building Isn't Being Maintained or Secured

Are there lights down throughout the complex? Do the security services appear to be lax? A property management company has the responsibility to ensure that the properties are held to the best standards. If the building isn't maintained and secured, property values are going to start going down. It is in the AOAO's best interest to preserve them.

Of course, the AOAO also needs to decide on the right maintenance and security measures. If the AOAO is deadlocked regarding expenses related to maintenance and security, the property management company can't do much.

4. They're Behind the Times in Terms of Technology

Modern owners expect to be able to pay their bills online, check their accounts, and even manage their maintenance requests. If your current company can't provide an online portal for tenants and owners, your company may not be modern enough. Not only are tenant and owner portals convenient for residents, but they also ensure that the AOAO can collect on fees and special assessments easily.

5. Board Meetings Aren't Handled Efficiently

Board meetings are one of the most important aspects of an AOAO. Board meetings decide the future of the complex and deal with issues from maintenance issues to improvements. If the property management company isn't properly scheduling board meetings or pushing them back, you will likely face other consequences.

6. They Aren't Bringing in the Right Tenants

A property management company is responsible for keeping the property filled. If the company is bringing in tenants that don't pay the bills or need to be evicted, the company isn't completing a rigorous enough application process. Further, if the company isn't able to keep tenants in at all, your property management company isn't being aggressive enough in advertising your complex.

Many property management companies are only paid in a percentage of rent, but a management company brought in by an AOAO is often paid a flat fee. In that situation, you need a company that will go above and beyond.

Remember: your property management company should be reducing the amount of work you're doing, not increasing it. If you want to learn more about the benefits that a modern company can provide, contact the Wilson Property Management team .

How a Property Management Firm Can Improve the Success of Your Rental Property Business

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

If your rental property business is growing and you find that it is hard to manage your properties alone, now is a good time to look for a property management firm to hire. Not only will hiring a company relieve your duties, but did you know that doing so may also improve the success of your rental property business? Here are several ways this happens.

Property Managers Know How to Choose Tenants

One of the best ways to judge how successful rental properties are is by viewing the quality of the tenants in the units. Good tenants will improve the success of the business, while poor tenants will cost money and create problems for landlords. To find the best tenants, property managers develop methods, strategies, and procedures that they use to screen all tenants.

Part of the screening process often involves having a list of requirements people must meet to qualify for approval of a unit. This could include that the applicant must provide good references, have a good credit score, and have verifiable income. The firm may also require a deposit when a person applies for an apartment.

If the person meets these requirements and applies for a unit, the company will then perform a variety of different screenings, including an employment screening, background check, and criminal history screening.

Having good tenants is vital when you own rental properties, as good tenants typically do not cause problems. Good tenants also generally pay their rent on time and take good care of their units. Without good tenants, you may experience a lot of different problems with your properties and cash flow.

Property Managers Know How to Retain Good Tenants

Secondly, property management firms know the best techniques to use to retain good tenants and eliminate bad tenants. When you find a good tenant, you should take steps to ensure that you do not lose this tenant, as good tenants are hard to find. To keep good tenants, firms often take the following steps to avoid losing these individuals:

Avoiding rental price increases
Providing fast, efficient, and good services for problems
Keeping the units maintained and in good condition
Offering incentives for them to stay
Solving problems quickly
Improving security on the property

These are just a few ways property managers keep good tenants, but some firms use a variety of other techniques too.

Additionally, good property management firms know the importance of getting rid of bad tenants quickly and how to accomplish this goal legally.

Property Managers Know the Law

One of the worst things a landlord can face is a lawsuit from a tenant. Lawsuits not only cost money, but they can also stir up negative publicity, which is never a good thing for rental property owners.

If you do not know the law relating to landlord-tenant issues, you could inadvertently break it, which could then lead to a lawsuit. This is a huge risk you take when you manage your own properties.

To avoid legal risks, you should consider hiring a firm to take over the management duties of your facilities. The firm you hire will know the law and will follow it, and this will help you avoid lawsuits and other types of legal problems relating to rental properties.

When you have a property management firm managing your properties, you will benefit in many ways. If you would like to learn more about the services offered and the costs for the services, contact Wilson Property Management . We offer management services for all types of rental properties and can help you make your properties more successful and profitable.

3 Things to Look for in a Potential Tenant

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Income properties can be an excellent source of passive income, but only if you have the right tenant in your place. Unfortunately, it isn't always easy to pinpoint the person who will fill that vacancy and take care of your property, which is why a thorough screening process is a must. Here are three things to look for in a potential tenant and why they matter.

1. Great References

All too often, people gloss over references - assuming that the applicant wouldn't list them unless they only had positive things to say. However, there is often a lot more to the story, which is why it never hurts to contact listed references and ask them about the potential tenant.

When you contact references, ask them how they know the applicant and how long they have had a relationship. In addition to getting a general feel for what kind of person you are talking to and asking about, pay attention to details that might impact their ability to rent successfully.

For example, if the person lists a past employer as their reference and the person mentions they had trouble getting along with coworkers, it could be a red flag that you wouldn't like managing that person. Also, consider the position of the person you call as a reference. If the listed person is a friend or family member, you can safely assume that they are trying to help the applicant get into a great apartment.

2. A Good Credit History

Although a person's financial information might seem inconsequential in regards to their rental application, those marks can say a lot about whether or not you should work with them in the future. After getting written permission from the tenant, use their social security number to run a credit check.

In addition to letting you see how many other outstanding accounts the person currently has, credit reports also show crucial data such as late payments, evictions, employers, and previous addresses. If you notice that the applicant tends to move a lot, struggles to pay bills on time, and doesn't have a current employer, it might be a sound financial decision to keep looking for a renter.

Remember that anytime you decide to run things like background checks and credit inquiries, it is important to screen every potential tenant, not just certain individuals. Doing this helps you to avoid discrimination claims since you are checking each person carefully.

3. Flexibility and Friendliness

How easy was it to schedule an apartment walk-through with that tenant? When you call, do they pick up? How do they respond when you do speak with them? If potential tenants seem flaky, aggravated, or lazy, it might be difficult to work with them when you need to do things like collect rent or resolve apartment problems.

Look for someone who is flexible, friendly, and goes out of their way to make a good impression. Pay attention to how they are dressed and how they conduct themselves during the walk-through and initial application process. If you can tell that they care about the details, it might be easy to work with them as you conduct everyday business.

Finding the perfect tenant can be difficult, which is why Wilson Property Management is there to help. Whether you need help choosing the perfect person, answering phone calls during the day, or completely taking care of the house or apartment, our experienced team can help.

From preventive maintenance programs and value enhancements to emergency service and eviction coordination, we make taking care of a property as easy as picking up the phone and giving us a call.

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Dos and Don'ts of Showing Your Property to Potential Tenants

Thu, 28 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

You want to leave a positive impression on a potential tenant the first time. Once tenants see a rental property, they'll probably make their mind up about it quickly. Most people have at least a vague idea of the type of place they'd want to live, and one small issue could turn them away. Follow these dos and don'ts when showing your rental property to potential tenants.

1. Do Ensure the Place Is Thoroughly Cleaned

While the property may already be thoroughly cleaned if you have existing tenants, it's a good idea to put an extra effort into cleaning the house or apartment before showing it to your potential tenants. You may even consider hiring a professional cleaning service. Once the previous tenants move out, give it a thorough cleaning even if they cleaned it before leaving your property.

Although you may be tempted to focus your cleaning on the main areas of the apartment, keep in mind that potential tenants often check things like closed closets and bathrooms. A dirty bathroom cabinet or a closet that hasn't been cleaned out can be red flags to tenants. Showing a clean apartment assures your tenant that the property will be cleaned and well-maintained.

2. Don't Try to Paint an Unrealistically Rosy Picture

Yes, you do want to leave a positive impression on potential tenants. That's of key importance. However, if you paint a picture of your property that's too good to be true, then both you and your tenants will end up discontented. For example, if you are not going to maintain the swimming pool, then simply don't advertise it as a feature.

Be sure to avoid accidentally misleading the tenant in any way when it comes to the overall area, local schools, or other information potential tenants may want. If a potential client asks you about schools in the area, then you should compile a list of schools and their contact information, don't just promise that it's a good school area when you don't know whether it is or not.

There's something else that happens when landlords tend to talk up their property too much. When it sounds too good to be true, most potential tenants become suspicious. They won't believe it, and you may lose potential clients because they are apprehensive about properties that look too good to be reasonably priced.

3. Do Become Familiar With the Property's Primary Selling Points

When you're showing your property to renters, you will get asked a lot of questions. For example, people want to know what you think is so great about your property. Become familiar with the most exciting things about the property you own. At the same time, accentuate the selling points and let potential tenants know the details about them.

Your property's primary selling points may be very different from someone else's in the same area, or they can be similar. For example, if your property is on the beach, then that is perhaps its main selling point. However, you should also try to expand on why else the location is special, that way, if a tenant is looking at multiple beachfront properties, then they have another reason to choose yours.

Finally, your relationship with potential tenants starts from the moment you first meet. If you would rather have someone else screen tenants and manage your rental property, then you should rely on the services of a high-quality property management service.

At Wilson Property Management , we offer a wide variety of property management services, including tenant screening, leasing, rent collections, and a 24-hour emergency service. That way, you can rest easy with the knowledge that your tenants have attention and care while you focus on other aspects of your life and business.

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Renting Out Your Home? 3 Reasons You Do Not Want To Be A Landlord

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you decide to move out of the house you own into a different one, you might plan on renting out your home so you can keep the house and use it as an investment property. This is a great idea in many situations, however, becoming a landlord might not be your best option. Here are three reasons you do not want to be the landlord for this home.

You Are Not an Expert

When you experience a clogged drain, do you hire an electrician to fix it? Probably not. Instead, you hire a plumber, because plumbers specialize in plumbing problems. The same principle is true for renting out a house you own. Why would you become the landlord of the property if you know nothing about managing rental properties?

Property management firms offer services for rental properties, and these firms know the rental-property industry. They know landlord-tenant laws, the challenges of managing properties, and the steps required for success with rental properties.

Landlords Put in A Lot Of Hours

While managing one house might not require working on it 24 hours a day, it will require being on call 24 hours a day. When you are the landlord of a property, the tenant will call you when he or she has problems, and problems rarely occur during normal business hours.

Managing one home still requires a lot of time and effort. You must prepare the home for a tenant, find a tenant, show the unit, screen tenants, and sign paperwork with them. You must also make repairs and complete maintenance on the property, and you must deal with any problems the tenants have.

If you end up with a bad tenant, you would have to complete the evictions process, clean the unit after he or she moves out, and start the process all over again.

These things take time, effort, and knowledge. Do you have the time and energy needed for these things? If you do not, you could face a lot of challenges as you set out to manage your own property.

You Could Make More Money In The Long Run

The final thing to consider is the money you stand to make from this rental property. It might seem like paying someone to manage the property would cut into your profits; however, this is rarely the case.

Instead, people who hire property management firms for this purpose tend to make more money on their rental properties. This occurs for a variety of reasons, but one of the top reasons is that property management firms know how to find good tenants.

The person that rents your house can either help you succeed with your rental or hinder your success. The tenant you choose is one of the most vital aspects of success in this business, but do you fully understand what a good tenant is and how to find one?

When you hire a property manager, they take over all the duties and offer expert services. They will send you a report each month so you know where you stand financially, and they will keep you informed of problems, repairs, or maintenance your home needs.

If you want to make money on your property without having to spend a great deal of time on it, hiring a company to handle the duties is the best option you have.

Renting out the home you own is a great way to make money on the house, but managing it yourself is not the best route to take. Instead, contact Wilson Property Management. We offer excellent property management services for all kinds of rental properties, and we will help you with every need you have.

5 People to Talk to When Moving Apartments

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When moving into a new apartment, you’ll have to go over the unit's lease with your new landlord or property manager. However, your landlord or property manager isn't the only person you will need to talk to. If you're switching apartments, there are other people you'll want to talk with before or shortly after your move.

Your Family and Friends

First and foremost, you'll want to give your new address to all your family and friends. Anyone you want to keep in communication with, whether you talk with them every day or once a year, should be sent your new address.

Many people continue to send out moving announcements to those whom they want to keep in touch with. These are announcement cards that include your new contact information. Moving announcements, however, aren't cheap to send. With first class stamps costing $0.49 each, just the postage for 100 cards would be $49.00. This doesn't include the cost of cards themselves.

There are a couple ways to save on moving announcement costs. If you've moved because you got married or had a child, you can include a little moving announcement in your wedding or birth announcement. Since the moving announcement is accompanied by another, more significant, announcement, you can just include a small, printed piece of paper that has your new address.

Alternatively, you can choose to send an electronic announcement rather than mail it. Ecards and emails cost nothing to send, although they may be overlooked by some recipients.

Your New Neighbors

Second, take the time to meet your new neighbors. Not only is introducing yourself the friendly thing to do, but you may also learn a lot from your neighbors. For instance, your neighbors may have tips on:

How to place maintenance requests with your property management company
Which local pizza place has the best pies and specials
What nearby bar offers the cheapest happy hour deals
How safe the surrounding neighborhood is at night and on the weekend
Who else in the building shares interests you have

No one will know what it's like to live in your apartment complex better than your neighbors.

Your Insurance Agent

Third, call your insurance agent before you move into your new apartment. You'll have to give them your new address, and you may want to change coverages when you move. You should also confirm that your belongings will be covered throughout your move. Your insurance agent will be able to help you figure this out.

Sometimes it even makes sense to switch insurance policies when you move from one apartment to another. Another insurance company may offer you lower rates after you move than your current insurer offers. Your insurance agent can help you compare quotes for different policies.

Your Utility Providers

Fourth, you'll need to contact your utility providers, so they can turn off service at your old apartment and turn on service at your new place. Contact all of the following:

Your electricity provider
Your gas provider (if you have gas appliances)
Your internet service provider
Your cable provider
Your phone provider (if you have a landline)

Each provider should be contacted several days before your move, so they have time to schedule service calls for your utilities.

Your Pet's Veterinarian

Finally, call your pet's veterinarian before moving if you have any animals that live with you. Moves can be stressful on animals. Your pet's vet may have recommendations on how you can minimize their stress and help them acclimate to your new apartment.

For help finding a new apartment that meets your needs, contact the experts at Wilson Property Management.

Tips for Renting an Apartment if Your Credit Is Less Than Average

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you make great money and have perfect credit, you will have no problem finding an apartment to rent. Unfortunately, most people do not fall into this category. In fact, the average credit score for people living in this country is 673 . You might experience more trouble renting an apartment if you have average or less than average credit, and here are some tips to help you secure an apartment.

Understand Why Credit Matters

Most apartment complexes have property management firms running them. One of the primary goals of any property manager is finding good, reliable tenants. To do this, property management firms complete screenings on all potential tenants, and a major factor they examine is a person's credit score.

A person's credit score represents their trustworthiness with paying bills. A tenant with a high credit score typically values his or her credit and does whatever possible to prevent causing a decrease in the score. This results in a tenant who will pay rent reliably, and that is exactly what property management firms want.

Call Around and Ask About Standards

The only sure way to find out if your credit is good enough for renting an apartment is by calling around and asking what apartments require in terms of credit scores. In addition to this, look up your credit so you know exactly what your score is. Talk to a property manager about the credit score requirements they have. This conversation should instantly tell you if you have a chance at renting the apartment.

If your credit score is close to their target score, ask if they make exceptions. There is no harm in asking, and this affords you the opportunity to discuss with the property manager regarding your personal situation. Through this conversation, you may find out that your score is high enough, or that the manager is willing to make an exception for you due to the circumstances in your life.

Be Honest and Upfront During the Conversation

One important thing to understand when it comes to renting is that honesty is the best policy. If you filed bankruptcy in the past due to a divorce you went through, tell the manager what happened. If you lost your job due to plant layoffs and could not find a new one for months, explain this to the manager.

There are times in life when unfortunate things like this happen, and one incident of this nature can turn good credit to bad credit overnight.

Know That Your Income May Help

After explaining your story to the manager, you might want to switch the focus around to your income. If you earn a good salary, this could be a huge advantage for you. Many property managers have standards relating to an applicant's income, and a common standard is that the person's income must be at least three to four times as much as the monthly rent for the apartment.

If you have verifiable income that covers this standard, focus on that more than your credit. Just because your credit score is not exactly as high as the standards, there's a chance the manager might approve your application if everything else meets their tenant requirements.

Offer Extras

The other option you have is offering extras in exchange for an approval. For example, you could offer to pay several months of rental payments upfront, or you could offer a larger security deposit. By offering to pay more for the unit, the risk the landlord assumes in renting to you decreases, and this could help you get the approval you need.

Are you ready to rent an apartment but worry that your credit isn't good enough? Find out today by contacting Wilson Property Management.

The Advantages of HOA Management for You

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

How willing are you to be involved in your neighborhood homeowners association? If you are like most homeowners, you might grumble about some guidelines but otherwise pay your yearly dues and not think much more about it.

We have years of experience managing HOAs of various sizes and levels of oversight, so we know how these associations work. We are very familiar with county codes, requirements, and inspections. We worry about the details!

Invest in Your Community

It is your neighborhood, so your community should decide the guidelines. Let Wilson Property Management manage the monthly duties and the paperwork of the HOA ! As you are well aware, there is a tremendous amount of background work such as inspections, grounds supervision, and contract negotiation that is involved which mostly unknown to the community homeowners.

Give Wilson Property Management a call today to discuss your HOA needs! 915-462-1101

Three Advantages of Living in a Homeowners Association

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Being a part of a homeowners association (HOA) can provide some great benefits. Here are three of them:

Special Amenities

Living in an HOA gives you access to amenities available only to members of the HOA. These could include a wide variety of things such as a swimming pool, playground, walking trails, gates, a clubhouse and many others. These are maintained by the HOA, so you get to enjoy them without the work. They’ll be located nearby, so they’re extra convenient as well.

A Well-Kept Community

Although you’ll have to follow the association rules regarding certain things you can or can’t do to your home, this means that the rest of the neighborhood must follow the rules, too. The HOA won’t allow the neighbor’s lawn to turn into a jungle or let them fill the yard with junk.

Protection for Property Values

Another great thing about living in a HOA is that it protects the value of your home. The rules for homes in the association not only keep the neighbor’s house from potentially becoming an eyesore for you to look at, but these same rules keep the neighbor’s house from bringing down the value of yours.

While some people may be concerned about living with restrictions or paying an HOA fee, the benefits often outweigh any costs. To find out more about the advantages to living in a homeowners association, contact Wilson Property Management.

Tips on How to Keep Your Renters Happy

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

As a landlord, you depend on your tenants. A high turnover rate can be stressful, but there are ways to keep your renters happy, so they are more likely to renew leases.

Show Your Appreciation

If you have really good tenants who always pay their rent on time, it can be good to show a little appreciation. Surprise them with a thank you card or a gift certificate to a local business. A small gesture can go a long way in showing you are one landlord who cares.

Offer Upgrades

For renters who have been great for the last year, offer to upgrade some appliances. If the unit came with a fridge or laundry unit, then install the latest model. This is a simple way to show thanks, and you are enhancing the value of the apartment.

Learn About Your Tenants

It can be helpful to memorize when your tenants’ birthdays are, and on those dates, you send a small birthday card with maybe a tiny gift. This is one way to show your appreciation that comes with minimal expenses.

You want renters to feel as though they are part of a community. If tenants leave every year, then you are neglecting that community. For more property management tips , contact Wilson Property Management.

The Importance of Screening Tenants Before Renting Property

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It’s impossible to judge a prospective tenant on how they appear and act upon meeting with them. Skipping tenant screening when renting may seem like the easy route, but taking the time to check out potential renters can actually save you and your property in the long run.

Save Time and Money

Tenant screening may seem like a monotonous process, but taking the time to do it up front will end up saving you time and money. Screening lessens the likelihood of needing to evict tenants or dealing with the hassle of financially irresponsible renters. Your business is more likely to prosper because you can check potential tenants’ credit and choose renters who are more likely to pay rent on time.

Take Care of Current Tenants

Taking care of current tenants should be a priority as this can help you to avoid paying for vacant property. Screen prospective tenants to help keep current occupants feeling comfortable and safe.

Protect Your Property

Find residents who will take care of your property the way you would. Before signing a leasing agreement, learn about an applicant’s behavior at previous rentals. If you’re working with a first time renter, try to contact reliable references.

Taking the time to screen prospective tenants will pay off by offering you and your property protection. To learn more about tenant screening, contact Wilson Property Management.

Target The Right Rental Price!

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

As a homeowner, one of the most taxing aspects of renting out your home is pricing it! A lot of property specific factors affect rental value; location, square footage, amenities, and upgrades. But did you know that other dynamic factors affect rental value as well?

The time of year, current sale-value, quantity of inventory, as well as comparable listings all can drive your rental value up or down!

Wilson Property Management has well-seasoned agents who can help assist you with renting your home, and getting you top dollar for your home based upon current market conditions.

We provide a variety of tailored services to assist you in the rental of your home. We specialize in a wide array of property types including; single family homes, townhomes, condominiums, duplex, and multi-unit buildings.

Mention this blog entry for your free home evaluation!

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Benefits of Hiring a Property Management Company

Sat, 01 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you've invested in a rental property you may be wondering if you should manage it yourself or hire a property management company . There are numerous advantages to hiring professionals to manage your rental property for you.

Rent Collection

You can count on the proven systems designed by property management companies to ensure you are paid the proper rent on time every month. Property management companies employ experts on the local rental markets so you can get advice about the proper rental rates and strategies for finding tenants quickly.

Tenant Selection

Making a rental agreement with an unreliable tenant is extremely risky as you could lose significant rental income and even have your properly damaged. A property management company will provide a rigorous screening process for potential tenants so you can be sure your property is rented by a suitable person.

Marketing

You need to market your property correctly to make sure you can find qualified tenants quickly. You will have access to a large pool of tenants through a property management company's marketing techniques.

While it is possible to manage your rental property yourself, there are numerous advantages to hiring a professional property management company. Not only will you have far less paperwork and hassle to deal with, but you can be assured of suitable tenants paying the proper rent on time every month. Call Wilson Property Management to learn more about the benefits of hiring a property management company.

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Fri, 30 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Four Reasons to Rent a House Instead of an Apartment

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you're a renter considering your next home, you may automatically think of an apartment. However, there are many advantages to renting a house instead. Here are four reasons to choose a house
for your next rental.

Amenities

Houses have many amenities not usually available in apartments, such as:

Large yard
Garage
Unique style and décor

These types of amenities may be especially desirable to renters with children or those used to living in a house.

Privacy

In an apartment, there are shared walls, ceilings and floors. Even with soundproofing measures, there is still less privacy than in an unattached house. If noise is an issue for you, a house may be a better rental option.

Location

Houses are usually found in suburban areas, whereas apartments are more common within the city limits. For families with children, the suburbs are typically more desirable with the open space, yards, parks and good schools.

Rent to Buy

You can find many benefits to renting a house instead of an apartment. The amenities, increased privacy and suburban location are often desirable to families with children. To find out more about house rentals, contact Wilson Property Management today.