Rental property ownership is a rewarding pursuit—in many ways. But there are less-than-glamorous aspects of property management as well. In fact, this really is a game of details. And taking great care of small matters adds up to big differences in property performance, tenant retention, efficient turnovers, and ultimately, successful investments. One such detail? Utility…
We are thrilled to announce that our business has been honored with a Wyandotte Beautification Commission Award. This accolade is a testament to our commitment not only to maintaining attractive and welcoming environments but also to contributing positively to our neighborhood’s charm and vitality. If you’ve been here before, then you may know that we…
A new landlord letter introduces the residents of a property to their new landlord and/or professional property management company. This letter is a valuable and essential way to connect with your tenants, provide helpful information, outline processes, and establish some expectations and ground rules. When Should You Write a New Landlord Letter? As a rental…
Welcome back to the second installment in our 2-part series on rental property updates that improve your investment. In the first post, we laid the groundwork with broader strategies to enhance your property’s overall appeal, focusing on creating high-quality, comfortable properties. We discussed the importance of offering the best property, setting fair market rents, and…
It’s a secret we share often (so, not really a secret at all): the key to success in rental real estate is 3 fold: Here, we’re going deep on that #1 item: how can you make your rental the best property on the market? What, exactly, are your tenants looking for? And why do these…
In September of 2009, our owner purchased the very first of our now 1,050 owned rental properties. He chose something that was supposedly turnkey, because the complexity and cost of rehabbing seemed too much, and he still needed to learn the business. The property began generating income, and he began learning. A lot. Very quickly.…
In many of the best action movies, a high-tech, fully functional command center is imperative to the success of the mission. Full of modern equipment, efficient workspaces, highly trained professionals, and system after system dedicated to maximizing efficiency, this room functions like the brain of the operation. Without it, the mission would fail. At Epic…
If you’ve been in the property game for a while, you’ve probably toyed with the idea of scaling your business by investing in multifamily properties. The idea of having 10, 20, or more units all in one geographic location sounds like it would make for an easier investment. But the truth is, managing multifamily properties…
Partnering with a property-management team means a group of professionals takes care of the details of your real-estate investment, so you don’t have to. Whether you opt for percentage-based or flat-rate property management, a good service should handle But what is the right pay structure for these invaluable services? It’s an important question for every…
