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Are You Renting to A “Hoarder”? 5 Strategies to Handle the Issue

June 14, 2019

In 2013, the American Psychiatric Association officially announced hoarding as a mental disorder making hoarders a protected class, the hoarder [...] Read more

Get a faster Lease with Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene

June 12, 2019

When your property is vacant that mean profits are not coming in and we want to give you some tips [...] Read more

Summer Preventative maintenance for your Coeur d’Alene Rental

June 4, 2019

Summer is filled with things we all enjoy like picnics, BBQs, pool time, family reunions, and home improvement projects are [...] Read more

Coeur d’Alene Tenant Applicant Review

May 28, 2019

Finding the right Tenant applicant in Coeur d'Alene is quite possibly the important step in renting out your home. Many landlords are [...] Read more

Happy Memorial Day

May 21, 2019

Please note that the Real Property Management Coeur d'Alene will be closed on May, 27 2019 in observance of the Memorial [...] Read more

What do Professional Coeur d’Alene Property Managers really do?

May 15, 2019

A misconception about being a rental property manger may be that one just puts a “For Rent” sign on the [...] Read more

Coeur d’Alene Property Management Dangers: The Risks of Neglecting Background Checks

May 8, 2019

Real Property Management is committed to providing excellent service from finding tenants to turn around. Through a current research study [...] Read more

Pet-Friendly Landscaping for your Coeur d’Alene Rental

May 1, 2019

Having a pet friendly rental in the Coeur d'Alene market sets your property up for success. Allowing pets increase your [...] Read more

Tenant Retention in Coeur d’Alene

April 23, 2019

Avoiding Tenant Turnover Tenant retention is the most important thing for your cash flow and although you cant be sure [...] Read more

Why Rental Properties are Popular among Millenials

April 18, 2019

Renting is becoming the above average preference, especially among millennials, or those between the ages of 18 and 35. Recently, [...] Read more

What Makes A Good Property Rental

April 8, 2019

As one who is new to the business of property rentals, you might be apprehensive about making that first purchase [...] Read more

Conducting A Background Check

April 1, 2019

Finding a responsible and reliable tenant is one of the most important elements to being a property manager and a [...] Read more

Best tips for showing a property in Coeur d’Alene

March 27, 2019

To most rental property owners, stand protocol is to show up the property at the scheduled time with no preparation. [...] Read more

Stock Market Vs. Rental Properties

March 27, 2019

Rental property may give some perceived pros and cons and we intend to explore those and so you can make [...] Read more

Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene Shares Top Renovations That Make an Impact

March 15, 2019

With the spring fastly approaching, many property owners in Coeur d'Alene find themselves thinking about renovating their rental properties as a [...] Read more

Coeur d’Alene Property Management Finds that Rent is the New Buy

March 8, 2019

As people become more mobile and experience more change of jobs it has created a trending preference of renting over buying [...] Read more

DIY Property Management is not worth It

March 1, 2019

Real Estate rentals is an excellent option for passive income and something that would be advised to any investment portfolio. [...] Read more

Making a Plan

February 24, 2019

As an investor in search of new properties, your priorities are location, location, location. But after securing property and renting [...] Read more

What to Consider When Looking for Coeur d’Alene Property Management Companies

February 16, 2019

When you are finding a great Coeur d'Alene Property Management company, there are many considerations before entrusting your assets to others. [...] Read more

Getting Out Of The Money Pit: 4 Ways To Lower Your Property Maintenance Costs

February 6, 2019

Property management in Coeur d’Alene has a plethora of challenges and obstacles along your journey to being a successful landlord. [...] Read more

In the Shoes of a Renter

February 1, 2019

Have you ever been a renter a home that you that you ended up sincerely not liking? Perhaps the home [...] Read more

Retirement Income: Have You Considered a Rental Property?

January 27, 2019

Thinking of retirement? It can be a daunting task, insurmountable at times. There are many different avenues to save money [...] Read more

Tenant “Improvements”: When Residents Make Things Worse

January 19, 2019

As a property owner you want a tenant who will take care of it and honor the space as their [...] Read more

Proactively Influence Your Rental Property’s Value: Attend City Council Meetings

January 16, 2019

As a property owner, you have many things to worry about: evaluating the rental market, preparing and maintaining your rental [...] Read more

Merry Christmas from Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene

December 21, 2018

In Observation of the holidays, we at Real Property Management Coeur d'Alene would like to wish a Very Merry Christmas [...] Read more

A Growing Market: Good News for Real Estate Investors

December 16, 2018

Are you an investor or rental property owner who is worried about the future of your rentals? Is your worry [...] Read more

Can I Afford a Coeur d’Alene Property Management Company?

December 10, 2018

Managing a property in Coeur d'Alene is a complicated job. Rental property have their own risks in their investments, but [...] Read more

7 WAYS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CAN COMMUNICATE BETTER

December 1, 2018

A constant, clear, frequent, and specific communication is the best practice in working with tenants. There is no such thing [...] Read more

Faster Leasing With Coeur d’Alene Property Management

November 28, 2018

When your property remains vacant between renter, it a loss in your passive income. We want share some great ways [...] Read more

Happy Thanksgiving

November 22, 2018

Please note that the Real Property Management Coeur d'Alene will be closed on 11/22/18 in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We [...] Read more

November 21, 2018

As a property owner, when your cash flow is in disrepair due to maintenance costs, how is your relationship with [...] Read more

Coeur d’Alene Property Management: Protecting Your Vacation Rental While on Vacation

November 16, 2018

Is your property left vacant between tenants for your rental property? Leaving on vacation soon? It is best to be [...] Read more

What to Consider When Looking for Coeur d’Alene Property Management Companies

November 5, 2018

When you are looking to find a great Coeur d'Alene Property Management company, you want to find someone who will offer [...] Read more

Cleaning your Water Heater: Air Filter

October 25, 2018

Cleaning your Water heater is very easy and any experienced property manager in Coeur d'Alene can do the basics, like checking the [...] Read more

Your Coeur d ‘Alene Rental has An Unauthorized Pet: What do you do?

October 17, 2018

In the Coeur d'Alene rental market pets are important, many tenants have pets or decide to have pets after they [...] Read more

E-Cigarette Smoking Policy in Single-Family Rental Homes

October 10, 2018

E-cigarettes popularity is seem everywhere as an effective means to quit smoking tobacco. How does one identify these e- cigarette users? [...] Read more

A Rental Property Maintenance Myth Guide

October 3, 2018

Being a landlord there is advise and opinions on maintenance and repairs in regard to your Coeur d'Alene rental, and [...] Read more

A Legal Rental in Coeur d’Alene

September 27, 2018

Who doesn't love extra, passive income, but in an effort to get it, landlords can be creative. Here are some [...] Read more

What to look for in a Coeur d’Alene Single Family Residence Investment property

September 19, 2018

When thinking about what rental properties will provide you the most return, single-family residence investment property is the best choice. Single [...] Read more

Five Simple Steps to a Rent Ready Home in Coeur d’Alene

September 14, 2018

You are a successful property manager, you have rented out your first property, it went well, and now you are [...] Read more

Showing a Rental Property in Coeur d’Alene

September 5, 2018

Ok, so you are now ready to rent your property meaning that you have researched and followed applicable laws with [...] Read more

Behind the Scenes of Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene

August 28, 2018

In today’s complex world of Coeur d'Alene property management, investment property owners are experiencing increased tenant and regulatory demands as well [...] Read more

Meet Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene Owners

August 21, 2018

Jason and Yvonne Schmitt started Real Property Management Coeur d'Alene five years ago and since have won three consecutive years [...] Read more

Renting out your Coeur d’Alene property: legal and insurance considerations

August 14, 2018

So you want to rent your property and create some constant passive income. You are all set but be advised [...] Read more

Pet Friendly Landscaping at your Coeur d’Alene Rental

August 8, 2018

Being a landlord the situation of pets has inevitably come up in your consciousness. Allowing pets can increase your pool [...] Read more

Interior Modifications at your Coeur d’Alene Rental

August 5, 2018

A joy of moving into a new house is making it a home through all the ways that we personalize […]

Your Investment Property Renovations in Coeur D’Alene

July 22, 2018

Owning a Rental property in Coeur d'Alene that is marketable mean that you are aware of market trends and updates [...] Read more

Replacing Counter tops at the Coeur d’Alene Rental

July 7, 2018

Rentals most treasured asset is the kitchen, it is were memories are made. They play a vital role in any [...] Read more

Benefits to an updated, dependable, and efficient furnace and air conditioning unit

June 26, 2018

Coeur d'Alene rentals are sought after that have state of the art appliances that serve the homes basic needs efficiently [...] Read more

The Perfect Property Renovation Budget

June 22, 2018

To get the most out of your investment and leave your tenants happy and content, it is advised to have [...] Read more

Landscaping your Coeur d’Alene property

June 22, 2018

Landscaping your Coeur d'Alene property will attract people to your property. Curbside appeal is a welcome invitation for home buyers; [...] Read more

How to be proactive with mold maintenance with your Coeur d’Alene rental

June 17, 2018

Property managers in Coeur d'Alene Idaho realize that maintenance issues left unattended create larger financial and tenant problems, so they [...] Read more

What Coeur d’ Alene Landlords should know about Emotional Support Animal (ESA)

June 5, 2018

It may seems like service dogs are for the blind, but this statement is false. There is a swelling trend [...] Read more

Cost of Driving to Your Coeur d’Alene Property

June 2, 2018

Alright so you have bought your investment property and you are thrilled at the new possibilities open to you – [...] Read more

Reducing Fire Hazards with Your Coeur d’Alene Rental Property

May 15, 2018

If you are an rental home owner in Coeur d'Alene, ID then you’ve probably spent some time preparing your home [...] Read more

Buying Your First Rental Property in Coeur d’Alene

May 13, 2018

Buying your first rental can imply a grand and extravagant task. However, with the right approach, you can own your [...] Read more

Coeur d’Alene Tenant Retention Strategies

May 3, 2018

Identifying a long-term resident to last in your rental property can be a continual task. To bring in sustainable long [...] Read more

Why your investment should be a pet-friendly property

April 23, 2018

What is one way that you can increase your profitability of your rental? Coeur d'Alene rentals are more likely to [...] Read more

Issues with tenants in Coeur d’Alene

April 17, 2018

As a landlord, finding the perfect resident to rent out your property is the most essential step in leasing, and [...] Read more

Investing in a Property Rental: Retirement Income

April 6, 2018

Retirement Income: Have You Considered a Rental Property? Most Americans find saving for retirement income difficult. Today, the key ways [...] Read more

Spring Cleaning Means Rental Property Evaluation

March 20, 2018

From Real Property Management Coeur d’Alene to you, happy first day of Spring. What does that mean for your Coeur […]

Flooring Options for Your Rental Home: Which is Best?

February 10, 2016

What are the best flooring options for your rental home? Wood, vinyl, carpet, tile…The list goes on. What type of [...] Read more

10 Mistakes New Landlords Makes

January 4, 2016

Are you a new landlord? Do you know some of the most common mistakes new landlords makes? Perhaps you have [...] Read more

5 Tips to Writing Content for Marketing

December 23, 2015

Whether it’s a property advertisement, a blog post, or an email marketing your services, writing content for marketing purposes can [...] Read more

The Eviction Process: From the Tenant’s View

December 15, 2015

Some tenants misunderstand or simply don’t know the reasons they can be legally evicted. In the 3rd article in “The [...] Read more

The Eviction Process: From the Landlord’s View

December 5, 2015

This is 2 of 3 in “The Eviction Process” series. Read “The Eviction Process: How Does it Work?“ Serving an [...] Read more

The Eviction Process: How Does it Work?

November 23, 2015

This is 1 0f 3 series on the eviction process: The 5 Steps in Defining Eviction Whether a renter has [...] Read more

The Looming Housing Crisis for Boomers

November 16, 2015

The U.S. population over the age of 65 is currently 50 million people and by 2030, it will increase to [...] Read more

In the Community: The Spirit of Giving Back

November 11, 2015

Spotlight: The Spirit of Giving Back This time of year is known for people to get involved in their communities, [...] Read more

Satellite Dish Removal…Who’s Responsibility Is It?

November 3, 2015

Have you ever noticed how some rental properties have 2 or 3 satellite dishes on their roof? Or wondered why [...] Read more

Rental Rates Rise Once Again: Q3 Report

October 27, 2015

New Housing Statistics Show Rental Rates Continue to Rise Nationwide Rental rates across the country continue to rise sharply year-over-year, [...] Read more

Why Are There so Many Service Animals?

October 22, 2015

Have you noticed there seems to be a lot more service dogs lately? Service animals, emotional support dogs, companion animals…Why [...] Read more

7 Tips to Maintain Your Roof and Gutters

October 16, 2015

Tip of the Month: Maintain Your Roof and Gutters John F. Kennedy said, “The time to repair the roof is [...] Read more

What Does a Property Manager Do for You?

October 12, 2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=3&v=JRJljtbDvmo What Exactly Does a Property Manager Do? How Can They Help Me? If you have owned investment property for [...] Read more

What to do When Your Rental Property Has Bed Bugs

October 7, 2015

Owner Nightmare: Bedbugs are Inconvenient and Costly Bed bugs were common globally until the early 1940s when they were mostly [...] Read more

Turning a Rental Property Into a Successful Business

October 2, 2015

Customer Profile: A Profitable Investment Business Twenty years ago Michael Geis decided to invest in real estate as a side [...] Read more

Can a Pit Bull Be a Service Dog?

September 30, 2015

You make the call–Renters with service animals on a restrictive or “aggressive” breed list, is it allowed? Allowing pets in [...] Read more

Tree Trimming at Your Rental: What You Need to Know

September 25, 2015

Tip of the Month –Tree Trimming at Your Rental One of the most troublesome areas for the single family home [...] Read more

Reclaim Your Weekend: How Much is Your Time Worth?

September 22, 2015

Is managing your rental property yourself worth it? Have you calculated the actual costs to see the pros and cons [...] Read more

Advantages of Hiring a Professional Property Manager

September 16, 2015

Property Managers Do it Better? Hear it For Yourself! When Daniel Curran’s primary residence in Richmond, Virginia became a rental [...] Read more

5 Reasons to Have a Rental Property Inspection

September 14, 2015

A regular rental property inspection is an invaluable service for your investment! Have you had a rental property inspection lately? [...] Read more

Low Maintenance Landscaping and Water Conservation

September 11, 2015

Low Maintenance, Water Efficient Landscaping for Your Rental Home Tenants are usually responsible for basic landscaping and yard care, so why [...] Read more

Pest Control in Rental Property: Who’s Responsible?

September 9, 2015

The best time for pest control is before you see roaches, spiders, ants, termites, etc. Being proactive in this area [...] Read more

Young Adults Still Choose to Rent

September 6, 2015

Young Adults Still Choose to Rent Although James Crosby is getting married later this year to his college sweetheart, the [...] Read more

Do You Know Your Rights on Sex Offender Laws?

September 4, 2015

Are sex offenders a protected class under fair housing laws? At Real Property Management, we take credit and criminal background [...] Read more

Expert Business Advice from Franchise Owners

September 2, 2015

As a new business, or even one that’s been around the block…Where can you get great business advice? Great business [...] Read more

Outdoor Living Spaces Worthy of Your Patio Furniture

August 30, 2015

Did you know backyard living spaces can get you higher rent? Looking for ideas for your backyard? Look beyond your [...] Read more

How to Sell a House Occupied with Tenants: 5 Smart Tips to Do it Right

August 28, 2015

Selling a home can sometimes be stressful. To sell a house with tenants is even more challenging. If your home [...] Read more

Do I Have to Rent to a Registered Sex Offender?

August 26, 2015

New Neighbor Causes Chaos in Local Community…Does the Law Require a Homeowner to Rent to a Registered Sex Offender? There are [...] Read more

Are Real Estate Agents Leaving the Property Management Industry?

August 25, 2015

Real Estate Agents are Leaving and the Property Manager Pool is Shrinking, But the Rental Market is Stronger Than Ever…What [...] Read more

High Rents and Low Income are Driving Roommates Together

August 23, 2015

The Census Bureau recently reported that the home ownership rate in the United States is at a 20 year low, [...] Read more

Is It a Good Time to Refinance?

August 22, 2015

With interest rates at all-time lows, now may be the time to think about refinancing an existing investment property. With the right [...] Read more

Quiz: Do I Have the Right Homeowner’s Insurance for My Rental?

August 21, 2015

We all know we need homeowners insurance for our property but if you are an “accidental or unintended landlord”, meaning [...] Read more

Personal Safety Smart Phone Apps for Real Estate Agents and Property Managers

August 19, 2015

In our previous blog post discussing safety tips for realtors and property managers, we gave you 12 tips to stay [...] Read more

12 Safety Tips for Property Managers and Real Estate Agents When Showing a Home

August 19, 2015

“Don’t talk to strangers”, a phrase that has been embedded into us since childhood, and for good reason, is a [...] Read more

Year End Review: 7 Questions to Ask Your Property Manager Before 2015

December 19, 2014

With the end of the year coming soon, now is a great time to evaluate your rental property as you […]

Real Estate Issues: Keeping Squatters out of Vacant Property

December 19, 2014

Often times when a property is first acquired by Real Property Management, it is already vacant and may have been […]

Industry Trends: The Health of the Rental Market

December 19, 2014

Much is written about the housing market, but the perspective is almost always from the point of view of buying […]

Rental Property Tax Deductions: What is Allowed

December 19, 2014

With the end of 2014 in sight you may have a few questions regarding tax deductions on your property. Because […]

Website for Investors Wanting to Buy Rental Properties

December 19, 2014

Nearly one in five single family homes in the United States is bought by an investor for the purpose of […]

Real Property Managment Industry Trends:

June 23, 2014

Renters Are Moving—To New Rentals Rachael Wachstein Industry Trends 0 Comments As current leases end and renters again face the […]

Natural Disasters on your Property: How Property Managers Help Owners Recover

May 9, 2014

Jason Schmitt, May 9, 2014. My own property nightmare. Real Property Management: Your First Line of Defense Against Natural Disaster […]

Who’s Responsible? The Rental Home Lawn Care Debate

April 17, 2014

Chanda Gunter/Jason Schmitt Questions to ask regarding tenants doing lawncare Can you expect your property to be taken care of […]

Avoid Costly Home Repairs: Our Must-Have Checklist for Spring

April 16, 2014

Jason Schmitt Just as an annual physical is a good idea for overall health, routine inspection and maintenance is important […]

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