Skip to main content

Blog

Blog Post Reassess Rent Rates to Account for COVID-19 Impact

Reassess Rent Rates to Account for COVID-19 Impact

With the Portland rental market in flux thanks to new city ordinances and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, now may not seem like the right time to reassess how much rent to charge on your rental property investment. However, with unemployment in Oregon reaching a record 14.2%...
Read More
Blog Post How to Proceed with Violations and Evictions During COVID-19 Crisis

How to Proceed with Violations and Evictions During COVID-19 Crisis

The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. The rental property investment industry has gone through unpre...
Read More
Blog Post Keep your rental property in its best shape with these 4 tips

Keep your rental property in its best shape with these 4 tips

A rental property is a great investment because it both appreciates in value and generates monthly revenue. However, that’s not to say that owning a rental property isn’t a lot of work. Without the right maintenance and upkeep, you’ll find that repair costs eat ...
Read More
Blog Post Here are the 5 most cost-effective ways to increase your rental’s value

Here are the 5 most cost-effective ways to increase your rental’s value

If you own a rental property, you should take a serious look at investing in it this year. By putting some of your revenue back into the property, you can both boost its value and make it more attractive to prospective renters at a higher rent. In this article, we’ll discus...
Read More
Blog Post First Time Being a Landlord? 5 Renting Tips to Consider

First Time Being a Landlord? 5 Renting Tips to Consider

Know when you’re in over your headThis is arguably the most common mistake new property owners make with their rental. With such a thin line between profit and breaking even in most months, there’s a strong temptation to take on complex repairs yourself. More often th...
Read More
Blog Post What You Need to Know Before Signing Your First Lease

What You Need to Know Before Signing Your First Lease

Signing your first lease can represent a big moment - the first time you've moved out of your childhood home, graduation from college, return from overseas, and more. For that reason and others, it's nothing to shrug off, and there are many different aspects to consider. ...
Read More
Blog Post Top Benefits of Hiring a Professional Property Management Company

Top Benefits of Hiring a Professional Property Management Company

Congratulations! You just purchased a rental property. Now, you’re wondering whether hiring a property manager to handle your rental makes sense. Entrusting your property to an experienced manager means letting them take the day-to-day stress off your shoulders, allowing y...
Read More
Blog Post Mitigate Your Landlord Liability Issues

Mitigate Your Landlord Liability Issues

Landlord liability issues come with the territory of property ownership. We at illume Property Management stay up to date with real estate and rental law to minimize your risks so that you can concentrate on reaping the rewards. Here are some common landlord liability issues that...
Read More
Blog Post 5 Tips for Retaining Your Best Residents

5 Tips for Retaining Your Best Residents

Resident retention is an important component of successful property management. The cost of replacing quality residents can run up to five times (or more) the cost of keeping them – think advertising, cleaning, and lost revenue from an empty unit – and a long-time re...
Read More
Blog Post How Much Should You Charge for your Rental?

How Much Should You Charge for your Rental?

Read More
Showing 131- 140 of 171