Being a property manager or landlord can be very rewarding and profitable, but not if you are lacking in tenants. Unfortunately, attracting tenants takes more than just putting a “For Rent” sign on the front lawn of your property. That’s okay, though, because there are plenty of things you can do to attract tenants to […]
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3 Tips on Managing Rental Property
Managing a rental property can be difficult at times. We’ve put together a few tips that will make it a little easier to manage a rental property. 1. Know the Laws No one wants to be stuck with a lawsuit especially not in terms of housing. A way to prevent this is to know and […]
Summer Checklist for Landlords and Property Managers
Hot temperatures are coming, and you can never be too cautious. Here are some tips for property managers to prepare your properties for summer! Schedule a visit for every unit Let your tenants know you are preparing them for summer. Do a visit to every unit to make sure air conditioning units and filters are […]
5 Tips for Landlords and Property Managers to Improve Customer Service
Exceptional customer service is crucial to running any business, especially for property managers and landlords. 24/7 Customer Service Accessibility Being available 24/7 to accommodate tenants is vital to a strong client base. Have a process in place to address emergency situations that may arise anytime day or night. When businesses have round the clock access […]
Safety and Security in Your Rental Property
As a property manager/landlord, the safety of your tenants is of the utmost importance. You must have a regular schedule for inspecting safety and security related items. Beyond simply having a regular schedule, keep a maintenance log to record the date the inspection was completed and any maintenance issues discovered and resolved. Below are common […]
How Long Do Major Home Systems Last?
You may not give much thought to your furnace, air conditioner, or water heater…until they stop working. Ever wonder how long larger maintenance items typically last…and how much they cost to replace? Here are some average life spans and costs to replace for large home maintenance items. Average Lifespan Average Cost to Replace Furnace 15-20 […]
Determining the Fair Market Value for Your Rental
Setting the proper rent amount for your rental is critical to filling your vacancy quickly. There are a number of factors to consider when setting your rent. Here are some tips for setting a proper rent amount. Review AHRN.com and other listing sites to see how many rentals are available in your neighborhood A quick […]
Your AHRN Message Center – Landlords and Property Managers
The AHRN Message Center is designed to facilitate safe and simple communication between you, prospective tenants, and the AHRN System Administration. Below are the types of messages you will receive and the action(s) required. Listing Update Notifications: You will periodically receive “Listing Requires Updating” email notifications requesting that you confirm the availability status of your […]
Using the Listing Title Field to Increase Listing Views
Military members searching for housing in AHRN often have numerous listings to select from. Use the Listing Title field to emphasize a primary feature of your property. The military member search process typically starts with selecting basic property features including bedroom and bathroom counts. This initial search usually returns a large number of listings in […]
Security Deposits: What You Can and Cannot Deduct
As a landlord/property manager you plan for ongoing maintenance and associated costs, but when repairs go beyond normal wear and tear security deposits are needed to cover these costs. As a general rule of thumb, expenses for repairing normal wear and tear items are not allowed to be deducted from security deposits. However, damages above […]