Marina Shlomov
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Homeowners Insurance vs. Landlord Insurance
Oh, the world of insurance — it can be frustrating to understand and as confusing as trying to do a Rubik’s cube with your eyes closed. As an Atlanta property manager, I know that you need to have insurance to protect against any possible property damage, but which kind do you need and what does …
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5 Things You Need to do to Your Rental Property Every Year
You have spent much time and resources on your rental property investment. Just because you do not reside in your rental property does not mean you should ignore its needs. As Atlanta property managers, we want to remind you, that your property is an investment and part of your livelihood. If it is not maintained, …
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What Do Your Tenants REALLY Want?
Everyone has heard horror stories about bad tenants. They make movies about them because melodramas sell at the box office. While there are bad tenants who cheat owners out of rent and can be destructive, the majority of renters are simply good people. What investors really want is good tenancy, as well as the best …
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Landlording: Beware of Tenant Retaliation
Fair Housing law defines retaliation as an act of harm by the owner, manager, or agent against a resident or applicant because that resident or applicant has asserted their fair housing rights. This important legislation protects the right of the applicant, resident, prospective home buyer, or loan seeker to file a discrimination case, or to …
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10 Good Resolutions for Landlords To Do Anytime To Improve Their Business
The beginning of January is traditionally the time when people are planning their year and making their “New Year Resolutions.” Even though we are now in July, it’s still true that many people forget their resolutions as the year progresses. So, just a reminder that all property owners could benefit by sitting down and making …
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Effective Documentation For Landlords
Today, when you buy or rent a property, the amount of paperwork required is often staggering. Once upon a time, an agreement to purchase or rent a property was one page, but now the basic agreement is multiple pages often accompanied by multiple disclosures or addendums. There are certain documents that are a necessity and …
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Raising the Rent
While reviewing their return on investment (ROI), many property owners think raising rents will improve the bottom line for the upcoming year. It is important to review income and expense figures on a regular basis and stay in tune with the housing market. However, as your property management company, we know there are many things …
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How To Keep The “Good Tenants”
As Landlords know all too well, keeping good tenants is critical yet, sometimes difficult. If you are looking for a way to reward your good tenants, then we have a few ideas to share! Tenant Turn Over Costly First, let’s discuss why tenant retention is so critical. Tenant turnover can cost anywhere from $3000 to $5000 …
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Generation Gap: How To Make Your Rentals Friendly For Millennials & Baby Boomers
In recent years, rental properties have been adding a list of exciting new amenities to reflect the demands for the latest technology and comfort. When it comes to making your property friendly for a wide variety of tenants, you’re probably looking for ways to create a fresh offering of amenities that will appeal to virtually …
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4 Steps To Easier Security Deposit Returns
Landlords and Rental Property Investors. There will come a time when a tenant will be exiting your property and you will have to return all or a portion of their security deposit as part of the provisions of the termination of their lease. Below are I shared with your our 4 Step process for returning …
