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2013
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OK so attack is a bit dramatic but, my husband ahem, I mean business partner, spent several hours this morning rebuilding a gate at one of the properties we own and manage. The gate that was on the property had recently been kicked in and was in need of some serious repair. Rumor has it that it ...
07/25/2013
Rentec Direct, maker of leading property management and tenant screening software, announces new and improved tools to better support commercial property managers. We've added a major new feature supporting automatic CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges. Property Management clients can now spec...
07/22/2013
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First off, I just want to say that I feel so incredibly fortunate to be at a point in my life that I can live a comfortable life, pay my bills, and have some extra money to invest. The position I have taken on at the property management software and tenant screening company Rentec Direct has a...
07/16/2013
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The summer months are upon us and that means that air conditioning units will be working overtime. In southern Oregon, where I live and manage rental properties, we've been having some pretty hot weather with most days in the mid 90's. I've gotten several calls already this summer from different...
07/15/2013
Real estate research firm CoreLogic indicates that nationally, home prices are up 12.2 percent for the year. It is the largest year-over-year increase since February 2006 and the 15th-consecutive increase in home prices nationally. Leading the charge in increases are Nevada (26 percent) number on...
07/09/2013
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Rentec Direct leading Property Management Software and Tenant Screening company sent two of its finest athletes to the Dirty Dash June 29, 2013 . The obstacle style race took place at Mt. Pisgah Howard Buford Recreation Area in Eugene, OR. Rentec’s two Dirty Dashers successfully completed all o...
07/08/2013
Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of Independence Day. But injuries, fires and home insurance claims are also a part of this tradition. If a fire is caused by illegal fireworks your family sets off, your home owners insurance policy may not cover it. However, if the fire is started by...
07/04/2013
Building a relationship with tenants and protecting your real estate investment is the goal when creating a lease agreement. I have compiled a list of tips for landlords to use as a tool for creating a lease and guidance on rental property management in general.1. Fair Housing Act When advertis...
07/03/2013