Feeling boxed in is never fun. Even most mobile carriers are going with month-to-month service agreements. So, it seems that month-to-month is freedom forward and what you should look for in a rental… But what if it’s not? The Benefits of a Lease You, the owner, know that you benefit from a lease because you decrease the risk of your property sitting vacant and costing you money. You are happy...
When spring comes, it brings the bugs with it. You know you don’t want to share your space with them, but you don’t want to poison your space to get rid of them, either. Here are a few ideas for non-toxic and pet safe bug repellent and abatement ideas you can use to live in a healthy, bug-free space. Non-Toxic Bug Treatments 1. Chalk. Did you know ants won’t cross a chalk line? If you...
Spring is springing in the Treasure Valley and it is a beautiful time. It also means the bugs will be coming out from their hiding places...possibly into your home. Because we had such a mild winter this year, it is likely that we will be seeing more bugs than last year. Here are the common pests that you might encounter as it warms. THE BUGS Box Elder Beetle. We have lots of box elder trees in the...
WHAT IS A SECURITY DEPOSIT? A security deposit is money you pay to the landlord to ensure that your property will return to rent-ready condition at the end of your lease term. The sum can vary from state to state, but is generally a month’s rent. The payment of the security deposit is a security to the landlord that you will abide by your lease and care for the property while you are tenant; and...
Property management is an exciting industry. It is unique in its dual role and service to property owners and tenants. Because of the nature of the business, sometimes there is confusion as to who does what and what can be expected from a property management company. Property Ownership Is Still Home Ownership To begin, property management’s primary customers are the property owners. We...
You’re looking for a place to live. You know the area you’d like and what you can afford. And so your search begins… Consider the Landlord There is one more thing you might want to factor in: the landlord. You may want to think about who it is that you will be working with—a private individual; a family member or representative of the owner; or a property management...
You signed a lease...and now you’re the proud caretaker of a lawn...with plants. How do you take care of the plants in your landscaping? Here is a quick guide for maintaining common landscaping plants, if you choose not to hire a professional. Boxwood shrubs These shrubs are incredibly hardy. They are often shaped. You can prune them almost any time, except for late fall...