Are you new to rental investing? Are you a do-it-yourselfer ready to pass the torch, or are you just not satisfied with your current rental management? Whatever the reason, considering having your property professionally managed is a wise choice. Being prepared to ask some questions of a potential property manager or management company and interviewing…
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Looking to conserve energy and save money? The following energy efficient ways can help you reduce your power bill in order to save energy and money. Turn off your computer at night Turning off your computer at night could save you up to a third of its energy costs, depending on your use and power settings. …
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Knowledge about what causes mold growth and mold preventative maintenance is key to providing a safe, healthy living environment. Mold only grows and thrives in spaces that present its ideal living conditions. What makes a mold-friendly environment? Namely moisture and lack of ventilation. To prevent mold from forming and continuing to grow, it’s necessary to…
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Choosing the Right Paint Choosing the right paint for your rental properties can be a challenge. There are several things to consider. Which color, finish or sheen is right for you or the property. This maintenance tip provided by Pioneer Management. Be sure to protect your invest and attract new tenants. When getting your home…
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Adhering to a professional Code of Ethics helps companies and individuals build relationships of trust with their customers, employees, suppliers, owners and the communities in which they work. Public Trust in Fair Business Has Diminished It has become a common occurrence to hear the details of corporate scandals in the media. Now more than ever, it is crucially…
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Rental Home Energy Conservation Below we have listed some energy saving tips for your rental home. In the winter, set your heater between 66 and 68 degrees. For each degree you set your thermostat above 70 degrees, expect a 3 percent rise in your energy cost to heat your home. This will certainly add to the…
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Solid rental application and process Pioneer Management suggests that you always start out with a solid rental application and process, and stick to it. Ending up with a less than stellar tenant who refuses to pay their rent, or in the worst case one that causes damage to your property really can cost a landlord.…
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Shower Head Clogged Many people can attest that when living in a area with hard water, having a shower head clogged is a downer. A quick tid bit from Pioneer Management, if you shower head is clogged with hard water depositssits, soak it in undiluted white vinegar overnight. To make it even easier, place the…
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Beware of Rental Scams We’ve posted before on tips to avoid and things to look out for in potential rental scams. These scams are also reaching the vacation rental market. Watch a vacation rental victim’s story here. Unfortunately, all kinds of rental scams still do exist in many different places. It is worth repeating the…
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Pioneer Management provides property management services to Eugene Oregon ranked #9 as top best downtown cities for 2014 according to livability.com. Factors analyzed for the study include improvement in retail and office vacancy rates, the number of people moving to the area, income growth, unemployment, and the ratio of people who live and work in…
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