Managing tenants can be challenging without proper tools and experience. Landlord-tenant disputes require unique skills to diffuse conflicts efficiently and avoid legal intervention. Rent increases, eviction notices, payment collection, maintenance requests, unit access, move-in and move-out coordination, and dealing with illegal activity are common disputes where mediation is necessary. Hiring a Rental Property Manager can
A Strata Property Manager and Rental Property Manager both assist with overseeing and managing real estate properties. Although they may appear to be very similar, they differ in a variety of ways. Whether you are a homeowner, renter, property investor, or Strata Corporation, it is key to understand the difference between the two roles. Strata
Although there is no right or wrong answer, renting can be more advantageous than selling. There are pros and cons to both options that should be considered, based on your own personal situation. Before making a decision, factor in current market conditions, budget, return on investment, taxes, and personal involvement/responsibility. Our team at CENTURY 21
Winter is one of the most difficult seasons for property owners and landlords. Colder temperatures lead to freezing, snow, and ice (or in the lower mainland, lots of rain). These elements can be a major safety hazard if your property is not well maintained. To add to the safety hazards, increased time spent indoors means
In the past, word of mouth and signage were successful when marketing a rental property. Since the pandemic, many things have changed. Rental property owners struggled to get their property in front of potential renters due to increased restrictions such as limited in-person showings, lack of networking, and solely relying on word-of-mouth. Now more than
A few months ago, we shared 5 reasons why you need a rental property manager. As you may have read, owning an investment property is an achievement, but it can also come with many management tasks, responsibilities, and specific knowledge that can take up a lot of your time. We feel there are many reasons
