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Rental Tips: Toilet Solutions
Nothing strikes fear into the heart of a renter or rental property owner like toilet trouble. But, there are quick and easy DIY solutions available to some common problems. As a renter there are many problems our maintenance professionals may need to handle but a clogged toilet isn't one of them. Even if you haven't unpacked the plunger yet a clogged toilet doesn't need to ruin your day. Just boil some water! Yes, heat a medium sized pot of wate... Read More
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Tags: DIY, Rental property, Tips
Saving Freeze Damaged Lawns
We have endured some wicked weather this week, but good news, are regularly scheduled temperatures of mid-50's and 60's will be returning to the Gulf Coast this week. That means it's time to get outside and check the damage to your Northwest Florida rental home. If your actual home had experienced any damages, such as frozen or cracked pipes, odds are you would know about it by now. If you took proper precautions against the hard freeze, your in... Read More
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Home Holiday Safety
The holiday season is quickly approaching and many area homeowners and renters are preparing to deck the halls accordingly. If you have a Northwest Florida rental property, you may want to stop by your rental home and conduct a few safety checks. If the tenants in your rental home have already decorated, make sure each string of lights looks in good working order. Check the sockets and scan the cords to make sure you don't see any sparks or fray... Read More
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Tags: Holiday tips, Owner Tips, Tips
Have a Happy Halloween!
Halloween weekend is nearly upon us and that means there will be ghoulish good fun to be had, not only trick or treating but also at some local events. Whether you're an owner with Southern Residential Leasing or a tenant, you're undoubtedly preparing for a scary good time this Halloween. If you live in Destin or Fort Walton Beach, be sure to check out Gulfarium's Splash or Treat Spooktacular this weekend as well as on Halloween day. There will ... Read More
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Tips for Tenants: Septic Systems
If you currently offer an income property that operates on a septic system, there are a few tips you are going to want to offer to your new tenants before handing over the keys. This will ensure the care of your system and that they don't receive any nasty surprises. Septic systems are relatively common here in Northwest Florida but your newest renter may have either always operated on sewer while living in the area. Or, especially if military, ... Read More
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First Time Investor Mistakes
You've found an income property and are close to closing a deal. That means you should run out and begin buying fancy add-ons to attract tenants, right? Wrong. This is a major mistakes new investors make and it could cost you your property. If you are a first time investor and have not navigated the mortgage process in awhile, beware. Some things have changed and lenders are watching your every move from the time you pre-qualify until you close.... Read More
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Tags: Real Estate, Tips
Prepare Your Property for Fall
Summer isn't over quite yet but now is the perfect time to start prepping your yard for fall. With a few tips, you, or your tenant, can enjoy doing a lot less mowing and weeding as the weather cools and ensure the lawn comes back better than ever next spring. If you are renting out an income property with a yard, we know you are probably sick and tired of the maintenance or of reminding your tenant to get out the mower. Not only have the frequ... Read More
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Marketing Your Property
Marketing your property is a huge part of owning an income property. After all, without tenants, your long-term rental isn't making any income at all. Advertising is serious business, however, especially when scammers are causing potential tenants to become increasingly leary. There are innumerable places to advertise your Gulf Coast rental property to tenants, many of them free such as Craigslist. This also makes them hotbeds for illegal scam... Read More
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