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Holiday shopping that gives back, yes please!

December 11, 2019

I don’t know about you but holiday shopping always kind of sneaks up on me and then it’s time to either jump online for some amazon prime shopping or head to the dreaded storefronts for that perfect gift. But what if holiday shopping had an extra bonus of giving back! I mean why not? You are most likely going to give gifts, what if they had an even bigger purpose? That seems like a win-win to me!

I have a very big family so it can be a little overwhelming to try to find something for each member so this year I did something a little different. I decided to gift everyone something that would hopefully not only bring a smile to their face but potentially a whole lot more faces.

Holiday gifts that actually give back!

I’m sure there are a ton of great non-profits out there but I found a few really amazing companies that I thought deserved mentioning as their missions align with my core values as a person and as a company. As we all know, every little bit counts and I encourage you to check these companies out year-round and not just at holiday time.

The first company is called Ten Thousand Villages – you can read more about their mission here. In part, they are asking that we as a population, “shop with intention”. I could not love that any more than I already do! Their products are handmade and specifically designed for unique gift-giving. I purchased little handmade terracotta “good luck pigs” that are handmade in Chili by a mother and daughter. When they arrived I unwrapped them to find each one every so slightly different in design. If you want to purchase these as well, click here.  There are a plethora of options to choose from so you just can’t go wrong.

The second company I stumbled upon is called Project 7 – more about their mission and purpose can be found here. They focus on 7 basic needs worldside. Hunger, environment, homelessness, clean water, education, health and peace and they literally put money were their mouth is by selling gourmet chewing gum! I always put a little candy or gum in my stockings so this was perfect! I bought a variety pack so I could sample some of them and it is awesome! It also comes in adorable packages that are easy to transport.

The third company I purchased products from is called Happy Day Brands and was in part started in an effort to feed the hungry. More about their good works can be found here. I was so extra excited about this one because it was founded right here in Boise, Idaho so those profits truly go back into my community and that makes me very happy. They sell coffee, superfood mixes, chocolate, oatmeal and more. I purchased the oatmeal and while I haven’t personally tried it I have a feeling that it will be delicious after I read the list of organic ingredients they use.

I plan to place all these items in a cute little dollar store gift box and BAM – a holiday gift worth giving (back)!

If you are ever in need of a gift-giving idea or you have questions about the services we provide please reach out! We would love to get to know you and show you how owning an investment property can be LESS HASSLE, MORE HAPPY! RentWise Property Management. 

Filed Under: Financial, Gifts, Holidays, Investment Property, Property Investment, Property Management, Rental Properties Tagged With: boise, caldwell, communication, eagle, home, inspection, investing, investment, investment management, investor, management, meridian, professional, property managment, real estate, real estate trends, rentwisepm, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies

Q3 Vacancy Report – NARPM Southwest Idaho

December 4, 2019

The NARPM Southwest Idaho Chapter conducts a vacancy survey each quarter by collecting data from local property management companies throughout the Treasure Valley including Ada and Canyon County. The data collected reveals the trends and current state of the local rental market so you can make an educated decision about your investments!

Wondering whether Idaho is the best place to purchase an investment property?

This report shows the vacancy data for nearly 9000 “doors” in the Treasure Valley. Our valley is one of the most desirable places to not only live but INVEST in! In the almost 8 years that RentWise has been managing investment properties, the Q3 data is the lowest we have seen! What does that mean to you? It means owning a rental property in Idaho is ideal for any investor. We have a large need for affordable and available housing at an ROI that fits most pocketbooks. You can read the full report by clicking here. Q3 2019 Vacancy Report

Unit Managed Number of Vacancies Vacancy Rate
Ada 6335 97 1.53%
Multiple 4352 53 1.22%
Single 1983 44 2.22%
Canyon 2508 50 1.99%
Multiple 1939 39 2.01%
Single 569 11 1.93%
Grand Total 8843 147 1.66%

 

What is NARPM?

The National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM®) is an association of real estate professionals who know first-hand the unique problems and challenges of managing single-family and small residential properties. They provide members with the education, classes, information, support, networks, and growth they need to succeed in the property management industry.

Whether you choose to self manage or hire a professional property manager like RentWise, we recommend you either join yourself or hire a member of the NARPM. We would love the opportunity to discuss how we can help when it comes to managing your investment with the highest possible return.

Ready to start living with LESS HASSLE. MORE HAPPY? Reach out to us today, RentWise Property Management.

Filed Under: Financial, Investment Property, Property Management Tagged With: caldwell, investing, investment, investor, management, meridian, National Association of Property Management, owner, professional, property investment, property managment, protect, quarterly report, real estate, real estate trends, rental, rents, rentwise, rentwisepm, technology, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies, vacancy

Knowing the Financials of your Rental Property

November 27, 2019

Are your financial statements for your rental property giving you what you need? One of our first questions to new potential clients is “what are your current pain points with your property manager?” One of the answers is always in regard to their monthly financial statements.

Do you have a clear picture of your property’s financials?

Knowing your properties financial health can seem overwhelming and tedious. Having the right KPI’s and property manager can help. From income to expenses, monthly, annual, balance sheets and 1099’s. There is a lot to track when it comes to owning an investment property.

It is important that they are easy to read, consistent and that you have a property manager available to discuss and answer any questions you might have.

How can your property manager customize your monthly statement so that it fits in line with your tracking system?

Maybe you want to track profit between properties? Or how much the market rent has increased? There are several monthly reports we can provide, such as:

  • Account Totals
  • Balance Sheet
  • Balance Sheet – Comparative
  • Balance Sheet – Property Comparison
  • Bank Account Activity
  • Bank Account Association
  • Cash Flow
  • Cash Flow – 12 Month
  • Cash Flow – Property Comparison
  • Cash Flow Detail
  • Chart of Accounts
  • Expense Distribution
  • General Ledger
  • Income Statement
  • Income Statement – 12 Month
  • Income Statement – Comparative
  • Income Statement – Property Comparison
  • Trial Balance
  • Trust Account Balance
  • Trust Account Detail

Monthly statements should be the snapshot of how your investment property is doing, how your money is being spent and how profitable the rental property is.

If you would like more information on how we can help or learn about our property management services just go to our website or call us at 208-949-3083. Less Hassle. More Happy.

Filed Under: Financial, Investment Property, Property Management Tagged With: boise, caldwell, eagle, hiring, home, homes, investment, investment management, investment property, investments, investor, kuna, management, meridian, middleton, nampa, narpm, National Association of Property Management, professional, property managment, quarterly report, real estate, real estate trends, rental, rents, rentwise, rentwisepm, star, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies, vacancy

How does your property manager handle maintenance?

November 20, 2019

What happens when your property manager gets a maintenance call at 5:00 PM on a Friday afternoon on a holiday weekend from a tenant that has no hot water! We handle it. With the help of some amazing vendors of course. In this case, the water needs replacing.

Typically, the next call is to the homeowner with the quote to replace that hot water heater. His reply…..”I can purchase a hot water heater at the big box store for $700.00 … why is it so much more than that?”

Property Maintenance is usually by far the top pain point for owners with their property managers.

This question piqued our interest, so we started calling around to different companies and plumbers to see what they charge & if our client is really getting the best bang for their buck.

What did we find when it came to replacing a water heater?

We called 3 well known Treasure Valley HVAC companies and they provided verbal estimates to replace a 40-gallon hot water heater. These prices ranged from $1300 – $1500.00.

All 3 Treasure Valley vendors were all using a plumber’s grade Hot Water Heaters and all 3 include new drain pan, flex piping, expansion tank and disposal of the old unit.

During these calls, we developed a wealth of understanding of hot water heaters.

There are many differences between a plumber’s grade hot water heaters and a box store graded water heater. The plumber’s grade offers better efficiency and is made with better materials that offer a longer life span. A plumber’s grade hot water heater will typically last between 12 – 14 years and the box store one typically lasts 8-10 years. A typical warranty for the plumber’s grade is 2 years standard and then you can purchase additional plans that extend the warranty up to 10 years. A box store warranty is about 6 years, but it is a limited warranty and the items that usually break are not covered so you have to purchase the part and pay labor rates.

So not completely satisfied with that information, I reached out for a few other options outside of an HVAC company:

  • One plumbing company will come out and install a hot water heater for $450.00; however, they will not pick up or dispose of the old one. This means I would have to arrange for the water heater to be delivered to the property and then picked up once it has been replaced.
  • One box store will install a water heater through a contracted plumber. However, there is a $45 consult fee and a basic install starts at around $239; the turnaround time is 7 – 10 days which is not feasible in an occupied rental in Idaho.

So how does a big box store compare to a local HVAC company?

So, let’s just put some prices together if we had the plumber install the hot water heater. I go to the big box store, and I purchase the hot water heater for $700.00

What else do I need:

Expansion Tank – $30

Flex Piping – $30

Drain Pan – $30

Plumber to Install – $450

Handyman to dispose of old hot water heater $90

Disposal Costs – $100

Permit – $55

That all totals $1490

Did you know a permit is required in the state of Idaho for water heaters to be installed?

  • Ada County and costs $55
  • Canyon County it is $40

An expansion tank, new flex pipe/fittings and a new drain pan are required in the state of Idaho if not already present or damaged which costs roughly around $100.

Our HVAC vendor installed a plumber’s grade 40-gallon hot water heater with all parts, materials, permits, disposal, and labor (including the initial work order for the diagnosis) for $1390.00. (this is not a set price, just an example and varies depending on materials needed) Plus, we know that we used a trusted, locally owned company that has been in business for 30+ years and they will continue to be around if any issues arise.

At RentWise Property Management, we promise that we make every effort to act in our client’s best interest in every front.

Interested in learning more about our services and how we can provide you with this type of service? RentWise Property Management. Less Hassle. More Happy.

Filed Under: Investment Property, Property Management Tagged With: boise, caldwell, eagle, hiring, home, homes, investment, investment management, investment property, investments, investor, kuna, management, meridian, middleton, nampa, narpm, National Association of Property Management, professional, property managment, quarterly report, real estate, real estate trends, rental, rents, rentwise, rentwisepm, star, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies, vacancy

Does your Property Manager require Renters Insurance?

November 13, 2019

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 coverage and a recommended personal property coverage. We audit and monitor this coverage twice a year and have policies in place to secure coverage when a tenant fails to. Why is this so important?

A real story about how renters insurance changed a family’s life. 

Once upon a time, there was a yellow 2 story house where a young family lived with 2 kids under the age of 10, Mom & Dad and their faithful companion animal at the end of a cul-de-sac in Canyon County. On July 3rd, Dad was excited about the upcoming holiday. Like most Dad’s, he couldn’t wait to see his children’s eyes light up with wonder as he lit off a few fireworks before the big day. Getting close to bedtime, Dad made sure to fill up a bucket full of water and place those burnt fireworks inside to make sure they were “out”. Off to bed, they all went until they were awoken by the screaming of the smoke alarms in the middle of the night. The house was on fire.

This really happened to one of our tenants. One of those fireworks was not submerged fully and the house burnt down almost entirely. I was made aware of what had happened the next morning and immediately called the tenants to see how we could help. By the time I spoke to them they had already spoken to their insurance carrier and had an appointment to meet him the very next day.

They lost everything, including their dog. As I walked up to the house to meet with all parties, fire department, mitigation company, insurance adjustors and the tenants I tried to imagine how overwhelming this all must be for them. We exchanged a few words and then……their agent just handed them a check for $30,000.

How does renters insurance protect the tenant AND the owner?

Less than 48 hours later these tenants walked away with a check for $30,000 to start again. That’s not all, they had liability insurance to cover the owner as well, our clients paid NOTHING out of pocket for this accidental tragedy, they barely even had to sign anything. The home was sold, to the mitigation company actually, then rebuilt and sold again!

The entire experience was both difficult, heartwarming and educational for everyone involved but the truth is, there is no such thing as having too much insurance. I am a believer.

We take managing properties very seriously from onboarding to exit for clients and tenants alike. If you would like more information about our services visit our website or give us a call! Less Hassle. More Happy.

Filed Under: Investment Property, Property Management Tagged With: boise, caldwell, eagle, hiring, home, homes, investment, investment management, investment property, investments, investor, kuna, management, meridian, middleton, nampa, narpm, National Association of Property Management, professional, property managment, quarterly report, real estate, real estate trends, rental, rents, rentwise, rentwisepm, star, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies, vacancy

Pets and Property Management, that is the question

November 6, 2019

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 property.

First, you should know that the Federal Fair Housing laws aren’t “negotiable” when it comes to pets, companion animals, emotional support animals, and service animals.

Second, those are all very different things. Without getting into the actual verbiage just know that we know the law frontwards and backward and we are here to navigate the situation based on those laws on your behalf. Each animal must “apply” just as their person must apply. They are asked to provide the required documentation such as vet records, animal reports, legitimate diagnosis letters, photos, tags, and any other pertinent information.

Third, once we determine what “type” of animal it is we act accordingly. We have addendums for EVERYTHING. That animal regardless of determination is held to the same behavior standards as any animal would be. They do not get a free pass even if they are companion/emotional/support animals. We perform “pet checks” throughout the term of the lease to ensure that the animal is not damaging the property in any way. If they are, we handle that too!

How we help to protect your investment

We collect non-refundable deposits & charge pet rent when applicable. We have you covered on this front. Don’t want to allow pets? That’s ok too, just know that it narrows the interested applicants down to a fraction and not allowing “pets” does not apply to companion, emotional or service animals. They do get a pass if properly documented.

So in closing, just say no to pets? We think a better option is to say yes and trust that we have your back. We do not want destructive animals in your house any more than you do so we do everything we can to prevent and oversee the situation so that you don’t have to!

If you would like more information about this or anything else related to property management, visit our website at www.rentwisepm.com or give us a call!

Filed Under: Investment Property, Property Management Tagged With: boise, caldwell, eagle, hiring, home, homes, investment, investment management, investment property, investments, investor, kuna, management, meridian, middleton, nampa, narpm, National Association of Property Management, professional, property managment, quarterly report, real estate, real estate trends, rental, rents, rentwise, rentwisepm, star, tenants, treasure valley, vacancies, vacancy

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