Commercial property is on the upswing for several reasons. The economy is improving, and businesses are gaining confidence in the market. Young businesses are leasing previously abandoned industrial and retail spaces to attract consumers without paying a premium in monthly rent. The consumers are in … [Read more...] about Why Commercial Property is Popular Now
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Five Ways to Become a Better Landlord
It is in a landlord’s best interest to have long-term tenants who pay their rent on time and take great care of the landlord’s property. On average, a landlord spends between 20 and 40 hours to fill each vacancy. That includes advertising, showings, review of applications and execution of the lease … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Become a Better Landlord
My Rental is Damaged from Fire!
Landlords and tenants sometimes face the unfortunate circumstance of fire damage or casualty at the rental property. Landlords and tenants should reference the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to understand their legal obligations and remedies as situations arise during tenancy. In the … [Read more...] about My Rental is Damaged from Fire!
Do You Live Next to a Hot Pink Gazebo?
Happily, at a time when so many folks can find so many things to debate, there is one topic on which most can agree: they hate their HOA. Yes, homeowner’s associations get a bad rap, but is this always justified? In the interest of bringing more peace and harmony to our happy mountain community, … [Read more...] about Do You Live Next to a Hot Pink Gazebo?
Landlords Need to Know Their Tenants
I remember the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, as if it were yesterday. I believe that to be true for most of us. Things changed in our country after 9/11, from security checks at airports to the questions banks asked of us when we opened new accounts, to the information required to apply for a loan. The … [Read more...] about Landlords Need to Know Their Tenants