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Welcome to 4th Avenue’s Property Management Blog! Here you will find expert information about property maintenance, best practices, and guides to success! This Georgia property management blog is for landlords, property owners, and investors to better their investments and allow you to learn from the experience of experts in the area.
Long Term vs. Short Term Leases – Which is Best for Your Rental Home?
When signing a rental contract on a property, many landlords wonder if they should sign a one year lease or a multiple year lease. Most landlords want a long-term, reliable resident who pays rent on time and takes care of the property. But, signing a long-term lease...
How to Deal with a Homeowner’s Association and Your Rental Property
If you have a rental property in a homeowner’s association, it’s important that you know how to deal with HOA organizations. Provide Current Contact Information Make sure the HOA has your current contact information. I always encourage our owners to call or...
How Often Should I Conduct a Rental Property Inspection? | Landlord Advice
Owners often ask how often should they perform a rental property walk through. My answer is always - as often as needed. The more practical answer is - at least three times a year. I encourage owners to visit their properties as often as needed. This is an investment,...
Security Deposits: Charge the Right Amount For Your Rental Home
Laws will dictate what you can use the deposit for, and how quickly you need to return it to your tenants. However, the amount of security deposit that you charge is up to you. If you’re wondering what the amount should be, the answer is – we don’t know yet. You won’t...
Allowing Pets in Your Rental Property | Property Management Advice in Gwinnett County, GA
What is your pet policy for your rental home? Seventy-three percent of Americans own either a dog or a cat. It’s a large percentage of the population that has pets, and many of them are looking for homes. You need to have a pet policy in place if you decide to allow...
Is Your Tenant Not Paying Rent? | Plan for Landlords
When a tenant has not paid rent, you need to take some steps before you immediately begin to think about eviction. Today, we’re talking about what you can to do prevent getting to the point of eviction. This is not a step by step plan towards the eviction process, but...
Top 5 Responsibilities of Managing a Rental Property | Landlord Checklist
There are a lot of things that go into rental property management. Today, we’re focused on the top 5 things you should do when managing rental properties. Proper Screening There are three ways to screen tenants; self screening, using a third party, or, using a...
Beginner’s Guide to Screening Tenants for Your Rental Property
Placing a good tenant who pays rent on time and takes care of your property requires a thorough screening process. There are three ways to screen tenants for your next rental property. Self-Screening The first method of tenant screening is what we call...
How to Find and Keep Good Tenants | Landlord Education
What makes a good tenant? Our ideal candidate is someone who understands that a process is involved. It’s similar to buying a home. You go through a series of steps, and then 30 to 45 days later, you get the home. Renting a property is kind of the same thing, but on a...