Property Management Blog

Every time spring arrives, it’s that time of the year for landlords to do outdoor maintenance tasks that are important for your rental property.Regular spring maintenance can help you keep your rental looking its best! And great curb-appeal can also inspire tenants to care for the home. It may also help extend the life of your ...

Hi, my name is Maria and I’m a Client Onboarding Specialist at Richey Property Management. I have been managing properties for over 10 years. I started out renting a basement in a townhouse my husband and I own and I had no experience. I enjoyed interacting with people and helping them find a home, so it all came naturally.  Ev...

So you’ve found the perfect rental property, but now you need to get the money to finance it. In this video, I’ll show you how you can get financing for your new rental property and also some other options for money that you might not have thought about. So if you're a new or experienced landlord, subscribe to our channel,...

Tips For First Time LandlordsFebruary 7th, 2022 https://youtu.be/kIBPzV4UybMIf this is your first time renting out a property and you're a first time landlord, then you're going to want to read through this because we've got a few things to share that we think are really important for you to consider and get lined up so t...

Photo by Pixabay via PexelsAre you a tenant and thinking of buying a home in the near future?  You're going to need a preapproval. This tells real estate agents (and sellers) that you're serious about the home-buying process and it alerts sellers that you're a solid, low-risk candidate. Preapprovals aren't a...

Have you set your landlord goals for 2020?  Do you want to make more money in 2020 or save more time as a landlord?  In this video we offer 5 tips to help you set the right goals for you- maybe it’s getting organized as a landlord or surrounding yourself with the right partners.  Either way, setting us some good landl...

Looking for a new interesting place to dine in Vienna, VA?  Try Blend 111 on Church St.  If you haven't been here yet, we think it's a MUST if you enjoy unique cuisine.  Here you can enjoy a variety of dishes and great wines from France, Spain and South America.  The menu is unique and delicious!  Their br...

What is considered normal wear and tear in a rental property?  This is a common question we get.  Knowing the difference between normal wear and tear vs damages will help you when you do a security deposit refund.  Reasonable wear and tear are things like wall scuffs, minor nail holes, normal carpet wear.  There link t...

Does your tenant pay rent late month after month? (Know your options so you can stop stressing)

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