Property Management Blog

Facility Management Best Practices: Optimizing Efficiency and Tenant Experience

Facility management is the backbone of any thriving building. It ensures that environments are not just operational but exceptional. Effective strategies can transform ordinary spaces into well-oiled machines, enhancing efficiency and tenant satisfaction.This article delves into ...

Property Manager's Guide to Tax Time and Sending 1099s to Landlords

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 offers significant benefits for people earning lower incomes, but it also lowers the threshold for landlords receiving rental income.From 2024 onward, landlords must report all income exceeding $600 to the IRS when they submit their tax return...

Real Estate Auctions: Buying and Selling Long Island Properties with Confidence

Buying and selling real estate attracts entrepreneurial-minded individuals like yourself.Real estate is often the first investment people make, leading to potentially lucrative asset portfolios. Having drive is the first step, but you need to take the right steps (and make the ri...

Peak Season Pricing Strategies for Long Island Vacation Rentals

In 2022, tourism saw new heights in Long Island, yielding roughly $6.6 billion in revenue. It's no wonder that so many Long Island vacation rental owners see great returns each year.That said, you may be missing opportunities to maximize your profits if you're new to the ...

Green and Clean: Sustainable Cleaning Tips for Your Vacation Rental in Long Island, New York

A beautiful, clean vacation home is the perfect starting point for welcoming your guests.However, don't put off new guests by using harsh chemical products in an effort to make your interiors spotless.Guests care about the environment and sustainability, and they'll want ...

Spa-Worthy Secrets: Keeping Long Island Vacation Rentals Sparkling Clean

Think back to the last time you stayed in a hotel. The condition of the bathroom likely shaped your experience-whether terrible or amazing.A grubby bathroom will often appear on a review site alongside a negative review. A pristine one will welcome you with open arms, and you'...

Decrease Vacancy in Long Island with Creative Leasing Strategies

The sun sets over Long Island, casting a golden hue over its picturesque neighborhoods and bustling commercial districts. But the challenge of high vacancy rates looms large. Empty properties dot the landscape, waiting for new life to fill their walls.What if these vacancies were...

How Section 8 Decides If Your Rent Is Reasonable in Long Island

Are you a real estate investor looking to maximize your rental income while providing affordable housing options? If so, accepting Section 8 tenants could be a profitable opportunity worth exploring. However, understanding how Section 8 determines if your rent is reasonable is cr...

Why Offering Incentives for Lease Renewals Is Good for Your Long Island Rental

Fewer things make a landlord sadder than when a great tenant decides not to renew a rental lease. It means you have to get down to the grind of marketing the soon-to-be vacant rental and making do with the possibility that the new tenant might not be as great.It's possible to...

Property Marketing in a Tough Long Island Market: A Landlord's Guide

The US rental vacancy rate increased from 5.8% to 6.6%. If you have a high number of vacant Long Island rentals, it's time to make a change! Develop a thorough property marketing strategy to reach more renters online.Here are a few effective landlord marketing techniques you ...