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When you have effective property management services, your property will run like a well-oiled machine. Unfortunately, many property owners discover their current management isn’t giving them the results they need. What can you expect from a professional property management team? Here are the top five services you should receive when you have the right company managing your property: 1: Tenant Vetting, Screening, and Leasing Tours First and foremost, finding high-quality tenants is one of the most challenging aspects of property ownership. You …

Investment property owners often find that high-cost repairs drain their budgets and diminish profits. By investing in preventative maintenance, you can catch minor issues before they become expensive repairs, saving you money in the long run. Keep reading to learn how scheduling preventative maintenance through an expert property management team can help you cut costs and keep your property operating optimally. How Preventative Maintenance Reduces Repair Expenses From HVAC systems and gutters to roof inspections and exterior upkeep, your inves…

You are probably familiar with this scenario: a tenant moves out, and you discover a host of problems with the rental property. There's a leak that's clearly been a problem for months. There's a hole in the wall. And you can see the sure signs of a pet on the carpet, even though it is a pet-free rental. As a result, it will take you far longer than you expected to get the property ready for the next tenant. It's a common issue—and one that causes major headaches, hassles, and extra costs for property owners and managers. The good news is you c…

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges to rental property owners. Perhaps the greatest one of all is figuring out how to show properties while adhering to social distancing guidelines. Rental property self showings have emerged as a practical, convenient, and necessary solution to the rental property industry. At Vineyard Property Management, we use Rently, an innovative, on-demand self-touring technology to replace in-person showings. This protects both rental property owners and prospective tenants from Coronavirus transmission a…

According to a new survey from Apartment List, more millennials plan to rent not just in the short-term, but forever. What are the reasons behind this change in housing choice? And, how can you leverage the trend to fill your property with high-quality tenants? Keep reading for the details that can help you grow your rental property ROI in 2021 and beyond. Rent vs. Buy: Understanding the New Trend for Millennials Housing prices continue to climb steadily, and the twenty-something crowd desires flexible housing options. That's why more and more …