Property Management Blog

By Team Next Brick - Monday, April 18, 2022

Will it Cost You More to Repair or Replace Broken Appliances?

Are you a homeowner considering getting new appliances for a property? This guide explains if it will cost more to repair or replace broken appliances.Your household appliances should last around 10 years, but there is a chance they could die early.Should you replace or repair th...

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By Team Next Brick - Saturday, February 26, 2022

Rental Property Repairs vs. Improvements - What's Better For You?

There are currently more than 139 million homes across America. These provide shelter and security to anyone who lives in them. However, not every American owns the property that they live in. In fact, 43.6 million American households are rented-based. If you own more than one pr...

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By Team Next Brick - Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Why You Need a Property Manager With Excellent Tenant Experience

In the United States alone, there are over 300,000 registered property management companies!But that doesn't mean that every company is well suited to manage your Seattle property. Your best bet is to find a manager with excellent tenant experience.You'll never have to worry abou...

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By Team Next Brick - Friday, December 10, 2021

Making Your Rental Property Stand Out in a Competitive Market

There are roughly 20 million rental properties and 48.2 million individual units in the United States. There are tons of people who have realized that investing in real estate is a wonderful way to make money. With this many options out there for renters, you have to know how to ...

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By Team Next Brick - Saturday, November 20, 2021

Which Lease Type Is Better? Month-To-Month vs. Fixed Term

Are you planning on renting an apartment or house for the first time? Are you wondering about the benefits of month-to-month vs fixed-term leases?Becoming a landlord gives you a wonderful opportunity to earn passive income. You will be gaining equity and acting as your own boss. ...

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By Team Next Brick - Thursday, October 7, 2021

How to Calculate Rental Yield on Your Investment Property

How to Calculate Rental Yield on Your Investment PropertyHow much money are you really making on your investment property? Find out with this guide explaining how to calculate rental yield.Keyword(s): full service property management Seattle , rental property managementAre you in...

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By Team Next Brick - Sunday, July 18, 2021

Property Investing 101: The Essential Guide to Investment Properties for Beginners

Keyword(s): property investing36.6% of households in the US rent their home or property. This is the highest percentage of renters since 1965.Are you interested in buying an investment property? Now might be the right time. Owning a rental property can get you a long-term return ...

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By Team Next Brick - Sunday, June 13, 2021

How to Handle Utilities at Your Investment Property

Are you wondering about the best way to handle utilities for your investment property? These are all of the options you have as a property owner.Keyword(s): investment property, full-service property management Seattle, rental property serviceWhat is the best way to handle utilit...

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By Team Next Brick - Friday, May 21, 2021

Should Landlords Allow Pets in Your Rental Property?

Deciding on having pets at your rental property can be difficult. However, it is a major deciding factor for potential renters and can be a reason why your property is having such a hard time being rented out. It is no doubt that pets brings joy to their owners and when they are ...

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By Team Next Brick - Tuesday, May 18, 2021

When To Consider Reducing the Rent on Your Rental Property Ads

With the latest stats showing only about half of all households in Bellevue owning their own homes, it's a great place for rental property investments.Being a landlord or property manager is a tough job that often stretches your decision-making skills. One of the decisions you'll...

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