Columbia Property Management Blog

Top 5 Benefits of Full Service Property Management

PF Admin - Thursday, June 23, 2022

Millionaires agree that real estate investing is one of the best ways to create wealth. In fact, many of them attribute their success to this form of investment.But if you already have a full-time job or other responsibilities, you may not have the time to manage your property. T...

Full Service Property Management: Is It Right for You?

PF Admin - Thursday, June 9, 2022

Did you know that the vacancy rate in Columbia, SC is under 5%? That means that now is a great time to be a landlord. Potential tenants are on the hunt for great properties!But being a landlord is more work than you thought it would be. How can you stay on top? It might be time t...

5 Steps on How to Legally and Successfully Serve a Notice of Eviction

PF Admin - Thursday, May 26, 2022

Last year, the Supreme Court ended the eviction moratorium that prevented many landlords from evicting their tenants. Now, more states are allowing evictions to go forward.If you need to evict a tenant, what are the proper steps? When do you need to provide a notice of evict...

Landlord Tax 101: A Guide for Property Owners

PF Admin - Thursday, May 12, 2022

Did you know that every year, unpaid taxes make up three-quarters of the federal budget? Tax fraud is a federal crime, whether committed knowingly or in ignorance. Landlord tax is one of the biggest contributors to tax fraud, as it is easy to hide the income tax from the IRS...

Pets in a Rental Property: Smart Policies That Landlords Should Have

PF Admin - Tuesday, April 26, 2022

A recent study by the National Apartment Association found that nearly 50% of all renters have pets. This number is only going to grow in the years to come. As a result, more and more landlords are allowing pets in rental properties.Pets can cause damage to a rental property, and...

How to Perform Rental Property Inspections

PF Admin - Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Did you know that the global real estate market size is expected to grow beyond $8 billion by 2026?If you’re a property owner in Columbia, South Carolina, now is your chance to earn big in the future. Ensure that your property will be valued, and learn about renta...

5 Spring Property Maintenance Tips for Landlords

PF Admin - Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Did you know that the average amount of rental income that a landlord should set aside each year for property maintenance is between 1 and 3 percent of the property value?Not only does maintaining your property every year keep the property in good condition, but it can also incre...

How to Get Started With Real Estate Investing in Columbia, SC

PF Admin - Tuesday, March 8, 2022

The city’s old tagline of “Famously Hot” has begun to apply to Columbia, SC’s housing market since the spring of 2021. With a strong sellers’ housing market and a growing rental market, investing in real estate in Columbia could be a smart money move...

A Helpful Guide to the Tenant Screening Process

PF Admin - Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Almost 30 percent of South Carolina households are renters. Finding tenants should be easy with so many people in the market for rental units.But you can't assume that everyone who wants to rent your property will be a good tenant. You want renters who'll pay their r...

Should You Allow Pets in Your Columbia, South Carolina Rentals?

PF Admin - Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Furry friends are huge parts of many people's lives, but for landlords, they have the potential to create problems. How do you know if you should allow pets in a rental property? Many landlords jump to not allowing pets right away, but we recommend that you take your tim...

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