September is National Preparedness Month! This special report from News Cat and Scoop Dog at Goodfellow AFB reminds us that now is the purrfect time to make sure you’re prepared for emergencies, including natural disasters and potential attacks. (Video by Airman 1st Class Jessica Ray) The 2017 National Seasonal Preparedness Messaging Calendar has tips on what […]
Constitution Day celebrates America and our citizens
Sept. 17 will mark 230 years since our Founding Fathers signed the U.S. Constitution. Ratification would take two more years, but the principles enshrined in our Constitution have stood the test of time. Those principles are what unite us as a country, and what the U.S. military, soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and civilians, have sworn […]
Navy: Sailors will pay own renters insurance next year
The U.S. Naval Administration announced in August that sailors will have to pay for their own renters insurance after the new year, if renting from a Public Private Venture, or PPV, partner. “This change will provide equality among all sailors — those renting on the economy and within PPV housing,” said Navy Installations Command Housing […]
Older vets get renovation help from credit unions, Purple Heart Homes campaign
A concerted effort on the part of mayors, credit unions and several nonprofit organizations is being made to ensure veterans and their families have a safe place to call home. Announced in August at the San Diego Defense Credit Union Council’s annual conference, Purple Heart Homes was selected as the Council’s 2017 charity organization. The […]
ASYMCA honors Sinise for service to veterans, active duty
For nearly 40 years, actor Gary Sinise has advocated for veterans and service members. People in the military community perhaps know him best for his portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the film “Forrest Gump” and for his creation of the Lt. Dan Band, which formed in 2004 and began entertaining troops at home and […]
Tenant Screening: Questions You Can and Can’t Ask
Screening potential tenants is a necessary process to ensure tenants can pay their rent and are respectful of your property. Making a bad tenant choice upfront can lead to big headaches and potentially large repair bills. When screening potential tenants, it’s important to make sure that you ask the right questions and those that do […]
What Features are Renters Looking For?
What features about your property are potential renters most interested in? A survey conducted by Buildium in the spring of 2017 provides insight regarding the criteria and features potential renters look for when searching for a new home. Here are a couple of the survey results that are particularly relevant when creating your property listing […]
Tenants and Landscape Maintanence
In many rental agreements tenants are responsible for lawn care and landscape maintenance. When renting to the military be sure to educate them on lawn care practices since they may not be familiar with local weather and seasons! Maintaining the curb appeal of your property is as important as mechanical maintenance. Keeping the lawn cut […]
6 Photos You Need to Include with Your Listing
Today’s online renters are looking for a home with “pixel appeal.” Pull potential renters to your listing by giving them these 6 listing photos they need to see. Know Your Primary: Studies have shown that online home shoppers spent 20 seconds on the first photo in a listing. It’s important to place a good front […]
Don’t Drive Away Good Tenants
Responsible landlords and property managers go to great lengths to identify warning flags indicating potential problem tenants. But what about when the shoe is on the other foot? Here are 5 landlord practices that turn tenants away – not to mention could be illegal! When the cost of turning over a rental property for new […]
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