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

September 19, 2018 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | 1 Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | 9 Comments

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 by duncanm | 1 Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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 by duncanm | No Comments

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