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HOA maintenance schedules: How to stay organized and keep residents happy

Buildium

Boost Efficiency: Proper scheduling makes the best use of time and resources, to get tasks completed on time without overburdening staff or contractors. Utilities: Checking HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical components. This includes assigning staff or contractors, determining budgets, and estimating how long each task will take.

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Can You Deduct Your Own Labor on a Rental Property, Answered

Bay Property Management Group

After all, hiring contractors is deductible, so shouldnt your own hard work count too? However, there are other ways you can save on your rental expenses, like contractor and material costs. The IRS only allows deductions for real expenseslike paying contractors, buying materials, or hiring property managers.

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Navigating Zoning Laws: Facilitating ADU Development in Urban Areas

Beach Front Property Management

Many city websites and planning departments provide guidelines on the following: Lot size requirements Setback and height restrictions Permissible ADU types (detached, attached, conversion) Parking rules Access to utility 2. Determine Property Eligibility Each property has unique characteristics that affect ADU viability.

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Average Rent In Northern Virginia: Costs & Fees Explained

Bay Property Management Group

or securing a longer lease while staying mindful of fees like parking and utilities. So, many people in cities like Arlington, Fairfax, and Alexandria work for federal agencies or government contractors. Then, around October , government agencies and contractors often start new projects since the federal fiscal year begins.

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The Ultimate Guide To Creating A Reliable HOA Budget

HOA Managememt

Why a Strong HOA Budget Matters Your HOA budget serves as a roadmap for your communitys financial health.

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Navigating the Storm: Effective Crisis Management for Rental Properties

Real Property Management Evertrust

A significant best practice for property management is to develop and utilize a checklist specific to seasonal risks in your region and methods to evaluate and prepare your property to weather the storms. Cooperate with your insurance company and reputable contractors to make sure fixes are executed correctly.

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Building a Competitive Property Management Maintenance Team: It’s More Just Hiring

Buildium

This role can be part-time or full-time and may still be a 1099 contractor. Leverage Technology Utilize property management software to track work orders, analyze data, and make informed decisions about hiring and resource allocation. This technician will handle routine assessments, move-ins, move-outs, and minor repairs.