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Is Your Utah Lease Agreement Strong Enough?

By Ryan Leonard Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Managing your own Utah rental property can be tricky. From maintenance to tenant turnover, there are many factors to consider when managing your own property. One of the first and most important parts of successfully renting your property is a strong lease agreement. This is wha...
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Remodeling Your Rental Property in Utah

By Ryan Leonard Wednesday, March 27, 2019
“You have to spend money to make money.” This is an old, common phrase you have probably heard several times. While this can apply to a variety of different businesses and ventures, it is especially true when you begin investing in rental properties. Prospective rent...
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5 Essential Qualities of a Rental Property Management Company

By Ryan Leonard Wednesday, March 27, 2019
While some property and homeowners may believe that all residential property management companies are created equal, this is not the case. Any owner that has had a bad experience with property management can attest to this. It may seem like an owner may save money by e...
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Is it Time to Hire a Property Management Company?

By Ryan Leonard Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Being a landlord can be very stressful and it requires a lot of time and energy from an owner. Many owners ask: “when is the right time to hire a property management company to manage my investment?” The answer to this question will vary from owner to owner, but below...
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How Often Should You Inspect Your Utah Rental Property?

By Ryan Leonard Friday, December 13, 2013
Have you ever conducted an inspection of your Utah rental property after the tenant has moved out and you find that the property has been trashed? There is thousands of dollars worth of damage and the security deposit will not cover all of it. You would like to collect the money ...
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Why the Cheapest Utah Property Management Company is Rarely the Best

By Ryan Leonard Sunday, January 6, 2013
Have you ever heard the saying “you get what you pay for”? Unfortunately this could not be more accurate when deciding which Utah property manager you will hire. Many companies will offer to manage your property for a very low rate, but the owner ends up doing the maj...
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Why Owners Should Allow Pets in their Rental Properties

By Ryan Leonard Thursday, November 8, 2012
Almost all owners have heard the horror stories of allowing tenants to have pets in their rental property – from kitty litter clogging the pipes to a dog soiling and ruining the carpet. While many owners would claim that allowing pets is more trouble than it is worth, I wou...
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Tips for Handling Problems with Your Rental

By Ryan Leonard Monday, September 24, 2012
I always advocate addressing problems proactively, especially when it comes to rental properties. However, no matter how much you plan ahead, unexpected issues will arise and require swift action. Here are some tips on how to deal with bad tenants, local government and even the p...
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Why Should I Hire a Property Management Company?

By Ryan Leonard Thursday, September 20, 2012
One of the first questions you may ask yourself once you have purchased an investment property is “Should I hire a property manager or manage the property myself?”.While many owners may feel that the monthly management fee is just a waste of money, the truth is a gre...
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Is Your Property Management Company Doing Their Job?

By Ryan Leonard Monday, September 17, 2012
If you have hired a property management company to handle all issues relating to your investment property, you always hope that you have employed the best company for the job. This company should handle the leasing, maintenance, and tenant issues relating to your property and al...
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