Property Management Blog

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Quick Guide: The 1031 Tax Exchange

To understand the 1031 tax exchange, you first need an understanding of capital gain. If we consider that an asset can be stocks, bonds, precious metals, jewelry, or real estate. A capital asset is something that's sold for more than its original purchase price, and this...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Benefits of Owning a Rental Property and NOT SELLING

So you're about to put your house on the market — but wait, is this the right step?There are huge benefits to owning a rental property right now, and it could turn out to be a better option than selling up. Take a moment to think about your choice, because your decision...

By 1st Choice Property Management - Tuesday, November 23, 2021

5 Things a Property Manager Can Do to Create Financial Freedom

Financial freedom is a big issue for many Americans, with many not knowing how to define it and many others unsure of how to achieve it. Studies have even shown that people have varying opinions on how much they would need to achieve financial freedom.While much of this can be bl...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, November 9, 2021

What Are the Best Type of Properties to Invest In?

About 63 percent of Americans own property, according to a recent Gallup poll. You're one of them — and you're interested in having more than one piece of property in your portfolio. Investing in property isn't always a foolproof process. Property valu...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, October 26, 2021

How Does a Real Estate Agent Referral Program Work? An Overview

Are you curious about how the real estate agent referral system works in Fort Worth, Texas? Maybe you don't know what a real estate referral agent is?We're going to break it all down and answer your questions in this guide. By the end of this article, you'll understan...

By Leslie Kazen - Thursday, October 14, 2021

Managing Apartments That Allow Pets: What You Should Know

Over half of American households, 54% of all homes, have pets of some kind. With numbers like these, chances are high that you'll see a lot of prospective tenants with dogs, cats, or other pets.What's it like to manage apartments that allow pets? Do the positives outweigh...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, September 28, 2021

5 Easy Steps to Listing Your Homes for Rent

Renting out your home can be an excellent way of earning passive income. People rent out their houses for several reasons. Some do it to help pay their new mortgage; others turn it into a business.However, before you can enjoy the benefits of that passive income, you have to list...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, September 14, 2021

5 Attractive Benefits of Hiring Property Managers

Are you a real estate investor, landlord, property owner, or REIT who's sick and tired of spending hours and hours every month managing your rental properties? Property management can soon turn into a full-time job if not managed well. That's why it's important t...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, August 24, 2021

This Is How to Find a Tenant for Your Rental Property

Each year, 41 percent of rental properties experience some kind of vacancy. This can be from tenants leaving at the end of a lease, an eviction, or even someone breaking a lease early. Whatever the reason, it still leaves you with a vacancy to fill. Are you wondering how to ...

By Leslie Kazen - Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Important Tips for Landlords in Fort Worth, Texas

According to the 2020 US Census, about 22.7 million rental units were owned and operated by "mom and pop" landlords. Being a landlord carries a lot of responsibility, though it can be quite rewarding financially when done right. If you're interested in learning more...