Altamonte Springs Property Management Blog

As tropical storm/hurricane Ian approaches, please keep in mind that to have these essential supplies on hand in the event there is a power loss.Nonperishable food to last 5-7 days1 gallon of water per personKeep medications handyHave flashlights ready and workingHave extra batteries on handKeep enough cash in the event ATMs are not worki...

When you are ready to put your property on the market for rent, here are some guidelines which will make the transition smooth when the tenant(s) leases the property.  All tenants receive a “move in” check in list to check the condition of the property inside and outside upon move in.  The “move in” ...

Here are some quick and easy tips to get your home ready for inspection by the buyer.If home is vacant, leave utilities on.Make sure electrical sockets, light fixtures, switches and fans work.Check smoke detectors are operating.Check that faucets and toilets run properly and do not leak.Clean stove and oven so they won’t smoke and s...

The homeowner has property insurance covers the structure of the home in the event of fire or storm or other unforeseeable incidents. The homeowner property insurance does not cover the tenant’s personal belongings. Obtaining renters insurance protection for your personal property when renting a single-family home, condo, villa, or ...

Scenario: A buyer is eager to purchase a home, but needs more time to qualify for a mortgage. A seller is eager to generate income on a vacant property. For this buyer and seller, a rent-to-own contract may be an attractive alternative to an immediate transaction.  Offered by individual sellers, and occasionally by developers of mult...

If you’ve just bought a home, there’s a good chance most of your savings were invested in your purchase. You know it’s a good idea to build up an emergency fund. But as a new homeowner, your monthly spending patterns are probably higher than before, making it even harder to save.Here are a few tips for determining your e...

Smokey Bear famously said, “Only YOU can prevent forest fires.” But what about fires closer to home? What steps can you take to reduce risks to yourself, your loved ones, and your property?Fire prevention starts with awareness. Here are three home fire hazards that may be lurking in your home, along with safety tips to prevent...

This blog is to warn current and future homeowners to NOT pressure wash their roofs, or possibly even clean it, either.   I had my roof cleaned and pressure washed and the man who did it, stated it was safe and it was low pressure and it would not have a negative impact on my roof.   The result was after it was done, I had ...

Does your kitchen make you feel like you’re stepping into a time warp? Are you sick of the way it looks and the way it makes you feel? Are you avoiding your decades-old kitchen and opting to eat out more?It’s time to make some changes. Here are seven easy ways to update the look of your kitchen so you’ll enjoy spending t...

If home is vacant, leave utilities on.Make sure electrical sockets, light fixtures, switches and fans work.Check smoke detectors are operating.Check that faucets and toilets run properly and do not leak.Clean stove and oven so they won’t smoke and set off smoke alarm when tested.Check all doors and windows open and close and all har...