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Residential Property Maintenance Metrics and Improving NOI (with Ray Hespen)

Fourandhalf

Insights and Insights Pro are basically ways to understand your own property management business against a ladder of maintenance excellence. Its a deep diving into: Vendor efficiency Technician efficiency Coordinator efficiency Benchmarking Finances You know what the performance actually is instead of trusting someones gut.

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What Is a Fourplex? A Practical Guide for Property Investors

Bay Property Management Group

Main Takeaways Fourplexes offer multiple income streams and easier residential financing (like FHA/VA loans) while enabling “house hacking” for reduced living costs. Key challenges include higher upfront costs, increased tenant management, and limited market inventory compared to other property types.

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6 steps to jump from property manager to property owner: Build your rental portfolio with confidence

Buildium

As a residential property manager, you have a front-row seat to one of the best opportunities for building wealth: owning rental properties. Every day, you help property owners grow their assetsso why not start doing the same for yourself? In terms of financing, your professional background can also give you an edge.

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What are the Seven Most Important Qualities that Property Owners look for when it comes to Hiring a Property Managers?

Esquire Property Management Group

Finding and hiring the correct property manager to manage your rental property can make all the difference in the world for landowners and investors – this is true for both commercial and residential property. In order to successfully own investment property, property managers are necessary partners.

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Are Pet Deposits Refundable? What You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

O ur residential property management in Northern Virginia will break it down for you. chewing wires), or fixtures like blinds or curtains, they’ve damaged costly property. So, your landlord will likely have to turn to your security deposit to finance that replacement. When Are Pet Deposits Refundable?

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Stessa vs Buildium: Which software is best for you in 2025?

Buildium

Buildium at a Glance Buildium is a comprehensive property management platform designed for residential property management and association management companies of all sizes—from solo managers to large firms. This connection shows in Stessa’s finance-first design. Are there drawbacks to property management software?

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7 Acceptable Reasons for Late Rent Payments Every Landlord Should Know

Property Management Inc.

Navigating Unexpected Medical Expenses Life doesn't follow a script, and unexpected medical expenses often wreak havoc on a tenant's finances. Emotional and Financial Toll of Divorce Divorce or separation doesn't just split households; it splits finances too. Always document payment attempts for legal validity.

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