Topeka Property Management Blog

Are you keeping up with these annual tasks?

September 11, 2019 By p_houser Being a landlord is no small undertaking. Many critical tasks come along with the job. Some landlords, especially those who are new to the role, may not realize the breadth and depth of the work. And oversights can lead to serious legal issues...

Things to keep in mind when managing multi-family units

June 2, 2021 By p_houser When you have multi-family units to manage, you can quickly become inundated with work. There are several things you need to navigate and expenses to be aware of. Here are a few things to consider: Set ground rules One of the first things you ...

How residential landlords can benefit from working with a property management company

August 5, 2020 By p_houser We understand that as a residential landlord, you need to have quality tenants in your property to be able to make an income. Every time you’re without a tenant or you have a tenant who refuses to pay rent it can hurt your investment. Being a la...

Avoid a bad apple: Watch out for these tenant red flags

February 5, 2020 By p_houser One bad apple can really put a damper on things. Yes, it’s true — failing to properly screen your rental applicants can really cost you in more ways than one. So how do you avoid falling prey to such a disaster? Look no further than this lis...

Tips for slowing down the spread of COVID-19

. March 23, 2020 By p_houser As you know, COVID-19 is spreading across the world and many are taking extra precautions to try and mitigate the risk. Thankfully, we do have some guidance on how each of us can help. The first thing we need to do is take it seriously. This is a...

Quick tips for increasing security at your rental property

May 5, 2021 By p_houser When tenants are looking for a place to rent, one of the things they may notice is how secure the property is. People will feel better about renting a residence that makes them feel safe. Making a few improvements on the security front can help those...

4 things landlords can do to improve work-life balance

February 17, 2021 By p_houser If you’re a landlord, then you know how busy things can get. It takes time to find new tenants, market properties, meet urgent needs, and the list goes on. Landlords with multiple properties can quickly become inundated with work. However, it...

“Do you talk to strangers?”

August 19, 2020 By p_houser If you’re hiring for help in your leasing office, one simple question can make the difference between hiring a rockstar or a dud. “Do you talk to strangers?” Ask the prospective employee about a conversation with a stranger. It’s a good l...

Our brand promise

April 7, 2021 By p_houser At PMI, we believe there are four things that are extremely important when partnering with a property management company –– effective communication skills, integrity and honesty, accurate accounting, and availability of management. Each of thes...

An important reminder about tenant-landlord relationships

March 17, 2021 By p_houser At PMI, we believe it’s very important it is to screen your tenants. This is to ensure that you end up with the right people who will care for your property and pay the rent on time. Establishing a good tenant-landlord relationship goes beyond t...