Owner Education
Vancouver Rental Laws and Regulations All Investors Should Be Aware Of
New landlord-tenant laws have been introduced in Washington State over the last few years, and if you’re not already aware of these laws and in full compliance with them, you could be looking at some steep legal penalties. It’s important that you educate yourself and ensure you’re in compliance. As a Vancouver landlord, you’ll be…
Read MoreShort-Term or Long-Term Rentals: Which One is Better
When you have a property that you’re not living in yourself, and you’re ready to rent it out – should you make it a long-term rental, which is typically a lease agreement of a year or more? Or, should you make that property a short-term rental, which is usually booked for a few days, a…
Read MoreHow a Partnership With a Property Management Company Will Help Increase Your Investment Portfolio
When you think of property management in Vancouver, you likely think about the professionals who can help you market and lease your home, screen your tenants, and take care of your property. You’re thinking about maintenance and lease renewals and rental prices. Good property managers do more than all that. We also help you grow…
Read MoreWhat to Do When Your Home Isn’t Renting | Vancouver Property Management Marketing
When your Vancouver investment property isn’t renting, things can feel pretty stressful. You know you’re losing money on lost rental income, and you’re also paying out-of-pocket for utilities, maintenance, and extra cleaning. You want to limit vacancy time as much as possible. In our experience, properties typically don’t rent for one of three reasons: pricing,…
Read MoreWhat Should You Include in a Tenant’s Lease Agreement? | Protecting You & Your Vancouver Investment Property
A strong lease agreement will protect you and your Vancouver rental property. It will also spell out the rights and responsibilities of you and your residents. While you can find many templates and lease samples online, you don’t want to choose just any lease you find on the internet. Make sure it’s specific to Washington…
Read MoreWhat Type of Landlord Insurance Do you Need to Fully Cover your Vancouver Rental Property?
As a Vancouver landlord, you’re required to provide a safe and habitable home for your tenants, which you can do with regular inspections and preventative maintenance. You also have an obligation to protect your investment and yourself, and the best way to do that is with a robust insurance policy. If you’re renting out a…
Read MoreShould You Allow Pets in Your Vancouver Rental Property?
Pets can be a problem for investment property owners, especially if they’re worried about property damage and liability. We get it. Animals are a risk and they’re often unpredictable. However, it’s rare that the risk of pet outweighs the benefits of allowing tenants to move into your Vancouver rental property with their furry family members. …
Read MoreWhat Do I Do If a Tenant Violates the Lease Agreement? | Cause for Eviction
Vancouver rental property owners are permitted to evict tenants for lease violations that remain uncured, but that shouldn’t be your first step when you realize your tenants are violating your lease agreement. The eviction process is arduous, especially since the pandemic arrived. When you’re taking steps to remove a tenant from your property, remember that…
Read MoreExpert Practices for Completing Tenant Maintenance Requests for Your Vancouver Investment Property
We know that many rental property owners see tenant maintenance requests as a burden, especially if you have a resident who is calling every week with a new complaint or problem. However, responding to repair requests right away is in your best interest and the best interests of your Vancouver investment property. Not only does…
Read MoreHow Do You Prepare the Property for the Next Tenant? | Vancouver Property Management & Tenant Turnover
The turnover process will vary in length and cost, and it usually depends on the state of your Vancouver investment property and whether or not you’re prepared to move quickly to get the home rent-ready again. You don’t want the turnover process to take too long. It delays your ability to collect consistent rental income…
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