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Why Property Management Maintenance Feels Expensive (and What’s Really Going On)

T&H Realty

I still feel that familiar sting when a maintenance charge trims the rent deposit. Maintenance Technician Wages A solid, full‑time W‑2 tech earns ≈ $25/hour (payroll taxes, benefits, and training already baked in). Need a licensed HVAC, plumbing, or electrical pro? We’re an open book. The Real Costs Behind a Repair 1.

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California Increases Dollar Limit for Home Repairs Without Licensed Contractors

Authority Property Management

Signed into law in September 2024, California Assembly Bill 2622 (AB 2622) introduces updates to the Contractors State License Law that directly benefit property owners and renters. AB 2622 raises the dollar threshold for contracting work that does not require a licensed contractor. What Is AB 2622?

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How to Become a Property Manager—and Actually Build a Business

BetterWho

The property manager role typically includes: Marketing and leasing rentals Coordinating maintenance Communicating with tenants and owners Handling rent collection and evictions Managing vendor relationships Staying compliant with local and federal laws It’s a rewarding but demanding job. Step 3: Understand Licensing Requirements Most U.S.

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When to Consider Hiring a Professional Property Manager

AirKeeper

Between handling guest bookings, coordinating cleaners, juggling maintenance needs, and staying on top of local regulations, what starts as a promising investment can quickly become a full-time job. Some providers, like AirKeeper, even have their own in-house booking platforms that can reduce fees through direct bookings.

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Property Management Programs: What Are They?

BetterWho

These include: NARPM Certification (RMP, MPM) IREM’s CPM Designation State licensing courses (required to operate in most U.S. After 90 days of coaching + consulting, they had a new org chart, three RTMs, a pricing upgrade, and a fully delegated maintenance process. Book a free discovery call with our consulting team

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Top 10 Pieces of Advice for Property Managers

BetterWho

If you’re still entering maintenance requests or answering every owner email, your business is running you. Create workflows for: Owner onboarding Maintenance coordination Lease renewals Tenant communication These become your company’s infrastructure, not just temporary fixes. That way, you build structure that scales.

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How to Start a Property Management Company

BetterWho

Most guides will tell you to register an LLC, get licensed, and open a bank account. Step 4: Handle Maintenance Like a Pro You cant afford maintenance chaos especially when starting out. Book a free discovery call with our consulting team Cool but thats not what builds a business that actually runs without you.