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The Future of Residential Property Management in Houston: Trends to Watch in the Next Decade
As we find ourselves on the brink of a new era in property management, it's evident that the city of Houston stands out as a significant player in shaping the industry's future trajectory. Known for its robust real estate market and dynamic urban growth, Houston is...
Best Tenant Retention Strategies: Keeping Your Renters Happy in 2023
Tenant retention is the bedrock of rental property management. In 2023, the landscape of renting properties has drastically evolved, and with it, the strategies to keep tenants content. Let's explore the best practices to ensure tenant happiness and sustainability in...
Understanding the Tax Implications of Owning a Rental Property in Houston
Introduction Owning a rental property in Houston can be a financially rewarding endeavor, especially given the city's thriving real estate market. However, to truly optimize the benefits and navigate through Houston's complex rental property tax landscape, one must...
Safety First: 10 Essential Security Measures for Your Rental Property in Houston
Houston is a dynamic city, known for its cultural diversity, economic growth, and vibrant neighborhoods. However, like any urban center, ensuring safety for rental properties is a paramount concern for landlords. Taking the right security measures not only safeguards...
Navigating the Complex World of Property Insurance: A Guide for Landlords in Houston
Houston, with its sprawling urban landscape, burgeoning economy, and attractive real estate market, has become a haven for property investments. However, owning a property, especially for the purpose of renting, comes with its risks. That's where property insurance...
How to Set the Right Rent Price for Your Residential Property in Houston
Houston, fondly known as Space City, is more than just a hub for space enthusiasts. It's a dynamic real estate market with an ever-growing demand for residential properties. As a landlord, setting the right rent for your property can be a challenging task. In this...
Evolving Landscaping Trends in Residential Properties in Houston
Introduction Houston, a city known for its dynamic urban landscape, is now at the forefront of redefining landscaping trends in residential properties. With homeowners becoming increasingly conscious of the environment, sustainable and eco-friendly designs have gained...
A Deep Dive into Lease Agreements: 8 Vital Provisions Houston Landlords Should Include in Agreements
Introduction Navigating the rental market in Houston involves a delicate balance of rights, responsibilities, and legalities. At the heart of any landlord-tenant relationship is the lease agreement, an essential document detailing the terms and conditions underpinning...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – February 11, 2021
In this issue: January sales and lease data from HAR Rental assistance coming soon, still not sure how it will go though Upcoming freeze We have made it through the first month of 2021. It still feels a little like 2020 to me. The stock market made some crazy moves...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – January 18, 2021
In this issue: December and 2020 overall HAR data Stimulus, Stimulus, Stimulus Evictions in 2021 Holy goodness this year has started off with a bang! First, Happy New Year's to you all, and I hope that you got to spend some quality holiday time with family and...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – December 17, 2020
In this issue: November sales and lease data from HAR Congress does something? COVID vaccines and a path forward Hello my friends and welcome to my final letter of 2020. A year that I'm sure none of us will be sad to be done with and, it does now seem likely that...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – November 23, 2020
In this issue: October HAR data check A new president and what that means for property investors A Thanksgiving unlike any before Welcome back fellow property investors! It has been an exciting past 30 days. We have a new president...well kind of...at least it seems...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – October 19, 2020
In this issue: September sales and lease data from HAR Which political party is better for property investors? The digital real estate world Hello fellow property investors! It seems so much always happens in between my monthly property investor letters, and this...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – September 16, 2020
In this issue: August sales and lease data from HAR Another month, another eviction moratorium Getting closer to normal? On a monthly basis I spend time researching topics I know are of interest to the property investor community. The last couple months I've wondered...
Property Management Updates from the Front Lines – August 14, 2020
In this issue: July sales and lease data release by HAR Tax implications for real estate investors Some positives in a world of negatives Hello my fellow property investors. I hope all have been staying safe since my last note. I want to thank those of you that have...