Property Management Blog

Investing in Indianapolis from out of state is becoming more and more common. As investors from other parts of the country and even outside of the country come to understand the opportunities in real estate markets Iike Indianapolis, we are finding that more and more buyers are asking for help in the leasing, management, and maintenance o...

What is your plan for increasing what you earn in the long term on your Indianapolis investment property? If you don’t have a plan in place for higher return on investment (ROI), now is the time to make one. We’ve been managing properties professionally for a number of years, and our experience tells us that these si...

As you plan to invest in Indianapolis real estate, you need to decide what kind of property you want to buy and which neighborhood you want to target. These decisions will depend largely on your investment goals and what you hope to accomplish with your investment property. There are several things that are absolute, however. Th...

There’s a lot to leasing, managing, and maintaining rental properties that can keep you up at night. Maybe you’re worrying about filling a vacancy or collecting rent that’s weeks behind. Perhaps you’re wondering if that minor maintenance issue that you didn’t have time to fix is growing into something larger...

Selling an investment property is a good way to build a portfolio, diversify what you currently have, and access equity that you may need for other things. Cashing out can have its benefits. However, smart investors are careful about what they do with their rentals. Selling can earn you some great income, but it also comes with tax e...

Attracting high-quality Indianapolis tenants starts with good marketing, the right rental price, and an appealing home. Retaining those tenants is just as important, and it requires a responsive rental experience, a good tenant relationship, and all the conveniences and amenities that good tenants are looking for in a rental home. Pl...

Rental property inspections are an important part of protecting your Indianapolis investment property. But, what specifically should you be looking for when you conduct inspections? Here are 8 things that should never go unnoticed during a rental property inspection. 1. Safety and Habitability IssuesSafety is where every rental ...

Have you decided how you’ll manage the landscaping and lawn care at your Indianapolis rental property? This is something you’ll want to establish even before you list the property. Your prospective tenants will need to know whether they’re responsible for the lawn care, whether you’re taking care of it, or whether ...

Mistakes are frustrating and when it comes to leasing, managing, and maintaining your Indianapolis rental property, those mistakes can also be expensive. We’ve been professionally managing investment properties for decades, and we see a lot of landlords make the same mistakes over and over again. Here are the most common mistak...

Curb appeal is an important part of marketing your Indianapolis rental home. It’s the first impression that tenants get, and you want to make that first impression count. You’re trying to project a welcoming, inviting feel for your property. What can you do when you’re on a budget but you want to improve the curb ap...