Most people don't really think about insurance when it comes to tenants renting and property management. Most of us have more insurance than we know what to do with. Life, home, auto, the list goes on. It provides us protection and peace of mind. Renters Insurance is no different, just not as widely known. At RentWise we REQUIRE every tenant to carry renters insurance with minimum liability … [Continue reading]
We get a lot of mixed feelings about allowing pets in rental properties from our clients. Does Fido freak you out? We agree, it’s a risk, but in our industry, its a common need to find housing that is "pet-friendly". We want to tell you what our philosophy and policies are when it comes to pets and animals. It’s not always black and white. What you should know about allowing pets in your rental … [Continue reading]
Changing from one property manager to another can seem like an overwhelming task. It doesn't have to be. Making the switch can be awkward and sometimes difficult if there are gaps in communication in the first place. Here is a list of few things to help you get straight to the point and move towards a smoother and more efficient way of owning an investment property. 1. Check the terms of … [Continue reading]
4 things a landlord can do to “update” their rental property without spending a fortune! Keeping your rental property looking updated and appealing to stay competitive in the rental market can be expensive at times. Here are a few ideas that don't cost a fortune that could make all the difference in the world. New Blinds – there is nothing that “brings down the house” than walking in and … [Continue reading]
18% of Reasonable Accommodation Requests Have Insufficient Documentation, Unresponsive Verifiers or Fraud Pit Bull Variety Is Most Commonly Submitted Breed for Accommodation Requests CHARLOTTE, N.C. – June 25, 2019 – PetScreening.com, a first-of-its-kind screening platform that empowers property managers to outsource their pet risk assessment and assistance animal validation processes at no … [Continue reading]
City of Boise Proposing to Amend City Code Regarding Short-Term Rentals On September 12th, 2019, the City of Boise proposed amending its code regarding short-term rentals. "The proposed amendment would allow only one short-term rental per conforming, taxable parcel in residential zones in the city of Boise. Additional amendment highlights include requirements for an administratively approved … [Continue reading]