Property repair and maintenance often dips into your property earnings as an owner. But there is good news! There are budget friendly ways to enhance not only the property but also enhance your rental income at the same time. Here are seven easy and cost-effective...
No matter the season, there are always things that can be done to your Destin, Fort Walton Beach or Niceville, Florida rental property when listing it for rent. Here are some little things that can be done to refresh and revive your property this spring...
Do you have multiple rental properties? Do you own an apartment building? Are you considering turning several properties into rental units? Here are some of the top reasons why you should start to consider hiring a property management company. 1. Do you find yourself answering phone...
The connection you have with your renters begins and ends with the rental agreement. This is where you outline the boundaries of this connection and the policies for renting a property. When you think about the policies for renting your property, you should focus on sensible...
Last year, so many people and families stayed home during the holiday season due to the social distancing regulations. This year, you will most likely encounter a higher number of your renters going back to larger holiday gatherings as they are more open to having...
Managing Niceville & Destin Florida properties requires a large amount of time and effort. Being personally hands-on and having a “do it yourself” mentality can make sense, but in most instances, it can be very unrealistic. Property management companies play an important role in giving...
A lease agreement is a legal document that the renter and owner both must sign that outlines what is expected during the term(s) of the lease. In order to protect your Emerald Coast property, your lease agreement should include critical provisions in the rental agreement...
We're continuing to live in questionable times where no one could have guessed how much the pandemic and economy would affect our lives. While one can’t be absolutely certain, we may in fact be on the verge of a potential recession, with real estate and...
Most Florida residents like their house to be nice and cool in the summer, which means having the air conditioning blasting all the time. But the cost of having the air constantly on can get a bit excessive. With temperatures rising each passing day in...
Owning an income property for any amount of time can be financially rewarding. It can also take an enormous amount of time, effort, and commitment to manage the property. Keeping this in mind, here are some strategic responsibilities that Sound Choice Real Estate can help...
When it comes time to rent your property, it can be hard and even exhausting to sort through all of the tenant applications you receive. Here are five signs that you can look for and identify easily, ensuring that your applicant will be a good fit...
It is important to keep up with regular property upkeep even though it’s not always cheap. It might cost you thousands of dollars to do so, which could potentially eat into your rental income. Here are four ways that you can lower your rental repair and...
There are multiple reasons to do walk-throughs and property inspections of your Niceville, Florida rental properties - at LEAST once per year! You will better understand how your property is being treated, identify any larger issues that need to be addressed, take preventative measures while...
Seasonally checking on your Niceville and Destin rental properties allows you to identify any small problems before they turn into expensive issues. This fall, set up these maintenance tasks to make sure that your rental property is in great shape. Check out the heating and cooling...
Landlords know that owning and maintaining a rental property can be a lot of work, and painting a rental before new tenants move in is an easy way to ensure that they are happy. White or cream are what most landlords in the Niceville &...
Millions of Americans have had furloughs, layoffs, and financial unpredictability due to coronavirus. Because of this, renters are having a hard time paying their rent, and landlords are struggling to cover their own costs while finding a solution to help their renters. More than half of...
If you are a rental property owner, managing all of the responsibilities of your property can be difficult. It can become even more difficult when you are searching for the right property management company to take over those responsibilities for you. With a wide variety of...
Having a rental property that brings in extra income can be nice. But what about the things that need fixing, how to market your rental, and the constant upkeep? These things can be handled by using a property manager, such as Sound Choice Real Estate....
Pricey repairs, constant upkeep and maintenance are things you shouldn’t have to worry about in your Niceville Florida home. But what happens when something goes wrong — an appliance stops working, or there’s a constant dripping somewhere, and the bugs just keep coming back —...
Truth be told, finding a tenant can be troublesome. Sometimes it can take a little longer than expected, meaning lost rental income, which is definitely something we all would like to avoid. So once you have an excellent tenant, what do you do to keep...