Property Management Blog

Self-managed HOA Boards and Reserve Studies

I have had the opportunity to talk to many HOA’s in the DFW Metroplex. I have noticed a disturbing trend; Many HOA’s have never heard of a reserve study or contracted to have one created. You simply cannot formulate an accurate annual budget without the information a reserve ...

Spring Forward

It is time to spring forward and leave those winter blues behind! We all know to check our smoke alarm batteries when we make the change for daylight savings, but there are a few more maintenance items you should consider that are easy to forget and can prevent some headaches in ...

Spring Yard Maintenance and Cleaning

Spring time is here and spring cleaning is in full swing. Not only do the insides of our homes need inspection and cleaning, our yards also need yearly maintenance done. Often times we forget about the simple things that should be done to our home each year, so here is ...

Start Shopping For Your New Home

Today, weâll discuss how to effectively and efficiently start shopping for your next home. After youâre pre-approved and have your criteria figured out, what do you do? Many homes no longer post a for sale/for lease sign. Why? It’s an invitation for thief’s t...

Stay Safe This Holiday Season!

To ensure your safety this holiday season, please consider the following safety tips. We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating with your friends, family, and neighbors. Let a trustworthy neighbor know if you’re planning to go out of town for the holidays so that they can...

The Role of the HOA Board of Directors

Attached is a brief, but well written article on the role of the associations Board of Directors. It is important to have a Board that is active, can quickly respond to emails, and has the HOA's best interest in mind. I see too many HOA's where a board member only wan...

Tough Renting Decisions Made Easy

Owning a rental property can be an excellent source of passive income for the property owner. However, if you try to manage your own rental property, you might find yourself struggling to make all the important decisions that go into marketing and managing a rental prop...

Vacation Home Property Management

Vacation rentals are steadily rising in popularity as vacationers are drawn to a more relaxed home setting in a local atmosphere as a cost effective alternative to a single hotel room in a bustling tourist district. The market is swarmed with up and coming vacation rentals ...

Want to sell your property? Use a 1031 Exchange

Did you know that if you own a property that is not your primary residence, you are actually classified by the IRS as somewhat of an investor? This makes selling your property just a bit tricky, especially when it comes to the taxes which come along with it. In such cas...

What is an SRES and why should I use one?

What is a Senior Real Estate Specialist? An SRES is a Realtor who has completed additional education requirements that give them the skills necessary to handle the more complicated transactions of senior real estate. When dealing with the 50+ population, your realtor is no ...