6 Ways Utah Landlords Can Optimize Outdoor Space to Improve Property Value and Attract More Tenants
By Daniel Robertson Tuesday, September 6, 2022
It doesn't matter if you've recently moved into your apartment or want to improve your outdoor area's aesthetics; now is the time to put your patio or balcony in good condition.Home improvement is one effective strategy for property managers or Salt Lake Cit...
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Successful property investors take the right measures to protect their rental units.One way you can do this is to have your new tenants pay security deposits when they move in, which protects your finances in the event of tenant-caused damage. In fact, one-quarter of al...
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Why You Should (Or Shouldn’t) Run a Tenant Criminal Background Check
By Daniel Robertson Wednesday, August 17, 2022
It might be surprising to learn that approximately 1 in 3 Americans have a criminal record. Many people have minor crimes from years ago, but others have serious charges that might not be from long ago.As a rental property owner, you have the right to check someone's backgrou...
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Maybe it’s just the rapid pace of new economic and real estate news, but it feels like the summer has flown by. In this month’s update we will discuss a stunning jobs report, the first good news about inflation in months, the current status of a changing Utah real est...
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Did you know the real estate asset management and consulting industry is worth over $78 billion?With such a big industry, it can be hard to understand where you should start. It might even feel so overwhelming that you miss the point of getting involved in the first place. Luckil...
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Landlords: Should You Include Support Animals in Your Lease
By Daniel Robertson Wednesday, August 3, 2022
In 2020, the US Department of Housing issued updated rules regarding emotional support animals (ESAs). Do your current policies comply with these new rules?An ESA is a pet that provides therapeutic benefits to its owner, who must have a letter from a licensed mental health profes...
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What’s the Average Security Deposit Amount in Utah
By Daniel Robertson Wednesday, July 27, 2022
In 2021 statistics showed that over 300,000 rental households in Utah. With house prices on the rise, it's no surprise more people are looking to rent each year. If you're an owner or real estate investor, you'll need to know how much money to charge to a te...
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Salt Lake residents are amid unprecedented and surging inflation. But unfortunately, they are also contending with a rent and mortgage crisis. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is $2,157 in Salt Lake City.If you can no longer afford the rent or your mortgage, you...
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Common Mistakes Made When Buying an off Market Property
By Daniel Robertson Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Did you know that the U.S. housing market reached a value of $36 trillion in 2021? With numbers like that, it's easy to see why so many see this sector as a source of investment opportunities. Many people look for properties listed in traditional real estate markets, but...
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July has officially arrived and has brought with it the high temperatures we have been lucky enough to avoid so far this year. Appropriately enough, we will be discussing a red hot rental market, a still warm but cooling real estate market, sizzling inflation, and other heat them...
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