Property Management Blog - Tips, Help, Advice for Landlords, Investors and Renters in NC & SC

If you own a rental property in North Carolina or South Carolina and you are looking for a low-cost, high-impact upgrade that attracts better tenants, reduces turnover, and justifies charging more rent — this is one of the most underused strate... read more >>

Not all property management companies are the same. Here is exactly what separates the ones worth hiring from the ones that will cost you money, time, and sleep in Charlotte, NC, and SC.Why This Choice MattersThere are an estimated 330,400 prope... read more >>

Property managers in Charlotte, NC, and SC no longer approve or deny based on one number. Here is exactly how the points add up — and what you can do right now to improve your score.The Big IdeaToday's rental application is not just a form ... read more >>

A practical guide for landlords in NC and SC — with real numbers from Duke Energy and the IRS.$1,133Max Duke Energy rebate in NC (Duke Energy Carolinas)$1,000Max federal tax credit per charger (IRS Form 8911)34%Of renters now want EV charging a... read more >>

These are just common complaints that you will get if you own an Airbnb. They think at 2 a.m., if they can't get the coffee maker to work, we have someone on staff that can come over and show them how to make coffee. Like, they want to know how t... read more >>

I am at my new renovation project, and I've been sharing with you all of the changes and updates and we're not done yet. This was an old house over in Wilmore that was taken down to its studs and as you can see, we had to leave the windows be... read more >>

Here's why Zillow rentals are scams. Zillow does not verify the information submitted by that applicant. So you could end up with Joe, but his real name is Scott. And they likely will never pay you rent. So you're going to end up having to hi... read more >>

Here's a tip on what smart investors are looking for in the Charlotte area. They're looking to find corner lots. This way they can put an ADU, alternative dwelling unit, on their property, or they're looking for a deep lot so they can add... read more >>

If you want to get into the short-term rental business and you want to just attract an executive guest that's coming in for business, the ADU is the answer. Alternative Dwelling Unit. ADUs are kind of unique to the Charlotte market and welcomed b... read more >>

Being a landlord in Charlotte can be very rewarding but it’s also easy to run into problems if you’re not prepared. If you’ve just bought your first rental property or have been managing on your own for a while, there are some mista... read more >>