Charleston Property Management Blog

Community Association Management: Navigating the Challenges of Community Living

In South Carolina, 89% of the 1.3 million people who live in a homeowners association are satisfied with the service provided by their HOA board. Winning over the other 11% is one of the chief challenges for volunteer board members.Hiring expert help is one way to overcome the ob...

Rental Management or Tenant Placement: Which Is Better for Charleston, SC?

Charleston, South Carolina is known for its strong tourism-driven economy that hit a record $12.8 billion last year. Tourism may be an economic driver, but residents still enjoy living in the oldest city in South Carolina.Real estate investors can generate passive income with ren...

Tenant Screening Best Practices: Tips for Landlords and Property Managers

Once a tenant signs a contract, they receive various legal protections. If they cause problems, you'll have a hard time evicting them.The smart move? Avoid this nightmare scenario altogether by conducting robust tenant screening. So how can you separate the good renters from ...

Financial Management Best Practices for Homeowners Associations

The average homeowners association management organization takes in $191 per homeowner in fees each month. HOAs with amenities like pools or regular events may take in more. Handling money in and out can add to stress for any HOA board.How do good HOAs stay on top of their financ...

What's Next After Buying Your First Rental Property?

After a few years of stagnation, the Charleston real estate market is finally experiencing an inventory surge. With over 750 houses listed at the beginning of April, buyers have their pick of great properties.As a real estate investor, buying your new rental property is only the ...

Essential Landlord Tips and Tricks From the Best Property Management Charleston, SC Offers

Charleston, South Carolina recently earned the number-one spot in the top ten best cities for renters. As people across the country look for affordable cities with great rental opportunities, all eyes are on us.Does that mean that having homes for rent in Charleston is foolproof?...

The Do's and Don'ts of Rent Collection for Property Owners

Up to 15% of American households fall behind on rent.Rent collection is an unpleasant topic for many landlords. But it doesn't have to be. Collecting rent is a delicate dance that demands you approach your tenant with care and understanding - without risking your bottom line....

A Guide to Maintenance Coordination for Rental Properties

How often do you think about the maintenance and upkeep of your Charleston, SC, investment property?As a rental property owner, the care and maintenance of your property are crucial for two primary things: the well-being of your tenants and the longevity and profitability of your...

What Do Landlords Need to Know About Security Deposits?

If you're a landlord, collecting security deposits from tenants is part of the process. The laws regarding how these deposits are handled depend on which state you're in.Before you draft a new tenancy agreement, it's important to understand how to store your security ...

Decrease Vacancy With Creative Leasing Strategies

As a new landlord, what's one of the biggest challenges you're facing? If finding tenants is a struggle, your vacancy rate will rise. You'll start losing money if you don't develop a rental leasing strategy.The vacancy rate in the US is already over 6%. You're...