Undoubtedly, living at any property, you can expect things to break from time to time. Do you know what is considered an emergency maintenance situation? Sometimes, it can be undeniable in situations such as a severely leaking roof causing it to rain outside and inside your home. This certainly qualifies as an emergency, and requests must be submitted quickly. Other times, it may seem unclear as … [Continue reading]
Have you ever wondered how to gauge the vacancy rate of a particular market? Further, have you ever wondered what the vacancy rates are based on the type of property you invest in? Well, you are in luck if you are investing in the Treasure Valley! Each quarter the NARPM Southwest Idaho Chapter conducts a vacancy survey with data sourced from local property management companies! The Southwest … [Continue reading]
It seems hard to believe that it is time to think about kiddos heading back to school for another year. New school years bring hope, excitement, and sometimes stressful situations for parents. Whether you are new to the Treasure Valley, or are a lifetime resident, we wanted to make things easy for you. We've done our homework (see what we did there) and put together a resource guide filled with … [Continue reading]
The world around us is surrounded by technology that is constantly evolving. Investment property owners are following the trends, and some have been converting their rental properties into 'smart homes'. The technology industry has created devices that range from video doorbells, voice-activated appliances, noise control, flood detection, and more! While smart home devices were created for … [Continue reading]
Summer is in full swing! Can you believe we are already into July? Don't fret, the fun doesn't have to stop now! The Treasure Valley is packed full of summer activities, both indoors and out! We have done the homework for you so that you are able to get out there and enjoy! Sparklight Movie Night | Meridian Every Friday through August, you can enjoy an impressive lineup of family-friendly … [Continue reading]
Summer has arrived, and you are seeing all of the gorgeous flowers and plants lining the porches and decks of all of the surrounding homes. Am I right? In addition to looking beautiful, planting flowers and plants have some huge health benefits. Not only is gardening a great way to get some exercise, but it also can help to reduce stress and anxiety. If you are renting your home, you may also be … [Continue reading]