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Stops and Risers: "If it Ain't Broke"…Inspect it Anyway!
Posted In: Education, Management,
Date posted May 24

“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” Those words haunted me as I viewed the photos of water cascading down the stairs and...

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Do Your Own Routine Inspections
Posted In: Education,
Date posted May 17

Any successful property owner or manager will recommend doing routine inspections at least once a year. This enables you to ensure you are providing...

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Navigating the Shifts in Today's Rental Market: A Guide for Multifamily Property Owners
Posted In: Education,
Date posted May 13

As the landscape of the rental market continues to evolve, so do the preferences and expectations of tenants. Today, more than ever, tenants are...

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An Insiders’ Guide to Getting a Commercial Loan
Posted In: Education,
Date posted May 9

Whether you plan on buying or refinancing a multifamily property, knowing some tips and tricks from someone inside the mortgage business is...

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Best Practices for Term Lease Renewal
Posted In: Education,
Date posted May 2

First, determine if you want to maintain fixed-term leases in your rental property. It’s not as easy as it used to be! What are the benefits...

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Tailored Insurance Solutions from The Cisneros Agency
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 29

In the ever-evolving landscape of rental housing, safeguarding your investment is paramount. At The Cisneros Agency, we live by our mission...

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Springtime Turnover: A Season of Movement
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 23

Springtime marks a period of transition and renewal, not just in nature but also in the rental market. As the days grow longer and the weather...

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The Science of Advertising
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 19

If it is time to market your rental there are many ways to make your rental home stand out and get rented quickly. Here are 5 concepts to consider...

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P-Traps…What You Need to Know
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 18

You know what they say about P-traps…every homeowner has one…or two…or three…or more! P-traps are so common, yet so...

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Principles of Fair Housing Law
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 17

National Fair Housing Month (hud.gov) celebrates the passage of the Fair Housing Act in April of 1968. What better time to refresh our knowledge of...

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Bellevue Plans for Future Housing
Posted In: Education, Government,
Date posted Apr 2

As the state winds down from the frenzy that was the 2024 Legislative Session in Olympia, we move our eyes to more local jurisdictions for the...

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New Guidance for Vacate Notices on CARES Act Covered Properties
Posted In: Education,
Date posted Apr 1

The federal CARES Act which went into effect during the COVID emergency period requires housing providers to give tenants a minimum of...

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