Chester County Property Management Blog

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, November 11, 2022

Keeping the property warm

As we're into the colder, darker winter months, it's essential that your home is prepared for the challenges it will face.So, as a tenant, what can you do?Keeping the property warmOne of the best methods of keeping your home warm and your heating bill down is to keep the ...

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, November 4, 2022

Why do we screen lease renewals?

A lot could have changed for residents over the course of their initial lease beyond what we’re aware of. A simple screening fills in the blanks and comes with a few key benefits:Cost Savings. This one’s self-explanatory. A screening check helps us understand any issu...

By Times Real Estate Group - Thursday, October 27, 2022

When is Refusal-to-Rent Illegal Housing Discrimination

People often wrongly assume that any discrimination by a property manager is illegal. "To discriminate" means simply to distinguish among available choices. Some of these distinctions are lawful; others are not. Thus, in deciding to whom to rent, a property manager may ...

By Times Real Estate Group - Thursday, October 20, 2022

What if you can’t pay your rent on time?

Clearly, it’s important to pay your rent on time, but things come up and we’re human. COVID-19, for example, has wreaked havoc on the economy, forcing millions of people to file for unemployment over the last year. So, what should you do if you just can’t get yo...

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, October 7, 2022

Why do property managers require a credit check?

Property managers want to know that you’re going to pay your rent, in full and on time. If your score is low, a landlord may be reluctant to rent to you, as they could be worried you’ll miss rent payments in the future. "Your credit score acts as your financ...

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, September 30, 2022

The Wrong Tenant Could Cost You Thousands!

A good way to determine whether a renter can afford your place is to verify their income. Although each person is different when it comes to managing their finances, it can be pretty obvious whether a person can afford to rent your property or not.A helpful rule of thumb is to va...

By Times Real Estate Group - Thursday, September 22, 2022

Do rising interest rates impact your home equity?

If you already own a home, mortgage rate fluctuations won't impact you as much as borrowers applying for a new mortgage. But they can impact your home equity. What's more significant for homeowners shopping for home equity and home equity lines of credit, or HELOCs, is th...

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, September 16, 2022

Paying the Water Bill

Municipal water bills are paid by the owner of the property that is being served by the utility. In practice, some municipal utilities send bills to the tenants at the request of the landlord, but ultimately the landlord is responsible for paying the bill.This type of utility can...

By Times Real Estate Group - Friday, September 9, 2022

To Prevent Mold Growth in Your Home

Keep humidity levels in your home as low as you can—no higher than 50%. An air conditioner or dehumidifier will help you keep the level low.Be sure the air in your home flows freely. Use exhaust fans that vent outside your home in the kitchen and bathroom. Make sure your cl...

By Times Real Estate Group - Thursday, September 1, 2022

Why We Do Move-Out Inspections Without the Tenant

The main reason why many property managers/landlords choose to do a move-out inspection without the tenant present has to do with time. Property managers/landlords may feel as if they are rushed or don’t have enough of a window to do a really good inspection when the tenant...

Chester County Property Management Blog

Keeping the property warm

Why do we screen lease renewals?

When is Refusal-to-Rent Illegal Housing Discrimination

What if you can’t pay your rent on time?

Why do property managers require a credit check?

The Wrong Tenant Could Cost You Thousands!

Do rising interest rates impact your home equity?

Paying the Water Bill

To Prevent Mold Growth in Your Home

Why We Do Move-Out Inspections Without the Tenant

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