Why does Simply Residential Property Management offer a quarterly furnace filter change and lease violation check program to our clients? Because it helps them stay informed and protected, and helps us identify potential maintenance issues before they become emergencies! Here are three specific ways this program makes a difference in the rental properties we manage:…

“The best defense is a good offense.” That old adage has been used for many purposes and spanned many generations. Why is that? Simply put, it’s solid advice for any endeavor. Often, that offensive protection comes in the form of a legal contract or document. If you’ve ever heard someone say ‘get it in writing,’…

There are great words to live by, great beliefs to hold, and great principles to battle for. And the difference between the victim and the victor is experience-based wisdom: Which words, beliefs and principles do we fight for. Most persons have a general understanding of contract law: Make an offer, accept it, include consideration (something of value to…

Have you ever met an investor who wasn’t interested in making a profit from their investment? It’s highly unlikely. The abbreviation ‘ROI’ (Return on Investment)  is practically punctuation in the financial circle. Our clients are no different, they own a rental property and that’s an investment. It would be foolish for them to not be…

Your heating and cooling system uses over 50% of your energy costs in your home. While changing the air filter is one of the simplest things you can do to keep your air conditioning working, a routine tune-up with an air conditioning professional will keep your unit from malfunctioning during the hottest days of summer. Depending upon your unit, a typical…

Moving into a new apartment or home is an exciting experience. Everything is new to you, and it feels like a fresh start. When you rent an apartment or house, you have confidence and trust in the fact that your appliances and other fixtures will be in perfect working order. However, even in the best…