By Marc Cunningham - Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Should I Rent My Investment Property Furnished?

IN THIS BLOG:Three considerations for renting a furnished property.Is a furnished property connected to higher income?If tenants are injured to do faulty furniture, who is responsible?What are the implications for short term rentals?More furnishings mean more liability. If your renter gets hurt due to your personal furniture (now in your rental) be...

By Marc Cunningham - Tuesday, March 30, 2021

7 Step Checklist for Finding a Great Tenant

IN THIS BLOG: Find a good tenant that will pay rent on time and take care of your property.Seven criteria areas to research with applicants.What if someone I want to rent my property has a criminal record?One of the most common questions we get from landlords is, “How should I qualify an applicant for my rental property?” After ma...

By Marc Cunningham - Saturday, March 27, 2021

Should I Allow Pets? 5 Considerations for Landlords

IN THIS BLOG POST:5 considerations for landlords deciding if they should allow pets.Pros and Cons for making a decision to allow pets.When is a pet not a pet?When it comes time to rent out an investment property, every real estate investor needs to ask themselves this question: “Should I allow pets in my property?” Here are five importa...

By Marc Cunningham - Friday, March 12, 2021

Should I Hire a Property Manager for My Rental Property?

Key PointsSelf-managing your rental property requires you to have the time, knowledge, and temperament. In order to successfully self-manage your rental property, you need to treat it like a business. Having a professional property manager on your side may save you time and money in the long run.Should I self-manage my investment property...

By Marc Cunningham - Saturday, February 20, 2021

Four COVID-19 Landlord Legal Updates

Key PointsCOVID-19 relief legislation for property managers and tenants is active, and in many cases extended through March 31, 2021.Relief related to eviction, late fees, and mortgages is available for property managers and tenants. COVID-19 relief legislation requires property managers to be educated in order to execute proper relief to tena...

By Marc Cunningham - Thursday, February 18, 2021

How Do I Get Rid of a Bad Tenant?

Key PointsEven after properly screening tenant candidates, 'bad' tenants may still end up residing in your Denver rental property. Denver real estate investors don't need to be "stuck" with a bad tenant forever. Thoroughly understand the tenant's lease agreement in order to take the necessary next steps to evict ...

By Marc Cunningham - Friday, January 22, 2021

Wear and Tear vs Damage - What is the Difference?

Key PointsWhen doing a security deposit return for a tenant, landlords must understand the legal and practical difference between property damages vs 'wear and tear' in order to take correctly return the tenants security deposit.Referring to state and local laws while also having clear internal standards will help landlords in deciphering t...

By Marc Cunningham - Thursday, January 21, 2021

The 4 Most Common Mistakes Landlords Make When Hiring a Property Management Firm

Key PointsProper research is necessary in order to find the property management company that best aligns with your needs.Quality and trust should be your highest concern when researching property management companies, not cost.A good property manager should increase your income while decreasing your costs. Hiring a property manager takes a lot...

By Marc Cunningham - Wednesday, January 13, 2021

How Much Does Professional Property Management Cost?

Key PointsWhen hiring a professional property manager to manage your property, real estate investors will incur different fees. A good property manager will save you money over time, while a bad one will cost you money. Real estate investors should do their due diligence and properly vet potential property management companies to manage a...

By Marc Cunningham - Friday, January 8, 2021

Five Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Denver Property Management Company

Key PointsInterviewing prospective property management companies is in your best interest as a Denver property owner to help avoid potential conflicts in the future. Ask specific questions that give you insight into the property management company's business model. The Denver property management company works for you, the real estate investor...