Property Management and Home Remodeling Blog

Top 10 Kitchen Remodeling Trends for 2022

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Renovating your house is an investment that will pay dividends for many years to come. Yet, there are specific trends to watch since they may become future needs. We can help you stay on top of current trends with affordable and long-lasting home remodels and repairs. We work wit...

Who’s Responsible for Smoke Detector Batteries In Rentals?

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Smoke detectors are essential for every property. It keeps both your property and tenant safe. However, there is some confusion regarding the installation and maintenance of these necessary devices. Who should install them? Who should make sure the smoke detector batteries are st...

8 Ways to Transform a Bathroom into a Spa

By Erlin Taylor Friday, March 4, 2022

What does a bathroom need to feel like a spa? Sometimes, it’s as simple as switching out your light bulbs and adding some flower arrangements. But other times, you may need to take more drastic steps. Thankfully, we’re here to help with our handy checklist of ways you...

Rent Growth Continues To Cool Across Many Markets

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Rent growth shows signs of slowing down across many markets, according to the November report from Apartment List. But property owners need not worry.The report noted that "Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 17.8 percent. To pu...

Best Layout for a Condo Kitchen

By Erlin Taylor Friday, February 25, 2022

Living in a condo has many perks, including security and building amenities. However, space is not one of them and it is often in short supply. Condo residents are used to maximizing each room and making the most of their limited space. Kitchens are an essential part of any home....

Top 10 Commercial Real Estate Companies in Portland

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Commercial real estate encompasses every property type not used for residential purposes. For example, office buildings, retail warehouses, and restaurants are all types of commercial properties. If you're trying to make it in the commercial real estate game, either as a sell...

Bathroom Remodels: Do They Really Increase the Value of Your Home?

By Erlin Taylor Friday, February 18, 2022

A home can be a great asset to anyone. One of the joys of being a homeowner is having the liberty to maintain and renovate your home. Additionally, if you foresee selling your house in Oregon at some point, you should know what makes or breaks a home sale.Bathrooms are one area o...

Essential Lessons Learned from Single-Family and Multifamily Property Management

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Today is a great time to be an investor in single-family rental properties. According to studies, single-family rentals, or SFR, are expected to grow faster than office, retail, multifamily, and hospitality growth in 2022. While single-family rentals are projected to grow faster ...

Top Tips on How to Remodel a Small Kitchen

By Erlin Taylor Friday, February 11, 2022

If a kitchen feels too small, it can be hard to enjoy it as the heart of the home. No one wants to gather and hang out in a cramped and uncomfortable space. Fortunately, there are different ways to make a kitchen feel spacious and more pleasant. In our opinion, the most important...

What Are Tenant Preferences In Single-Family Build-For-Rent?

By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Single-family rentals (SFR) made more than half of the additions in rental housing supply between 2005 and 2015. Crowd Street predicts that (SFR) rentals will be the next trend.Owners and renters alike have the chance to enjoy BTR, which is a rare opportunity. Unlike owners, rent...