Property Management Blog

The Federal Fair Housing Act (known as the Act) prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. The Department of Justice (the DOJ) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) jointly enforce this landmark legislation. Most states also have additional...

In life, unpleasant things can happen to you, such as someone burglarizing your home. You can take a negative approach and think that it is bound to happen and that little can be done to prevent such an unhappy event. On the other hand, you can take a more positive approach and set up preventative measures. You can take many steps to incr...

Today we’re talking about the questions you should ask when you are hiring a property management company.Experience and BackgroundStart with some questions about a property management company’s experience. You want to know how long they have been in business and how many properties they manage. Find out about their business st...

Many rental property owners wonder if they are better off managing their own properties instead of hiring a property manager. Today, we are talking about why it’s better to have your property professionally managed instead of self managing.Peace of MindOne of the things a professional property manager can provide for owners is peace...

Today we are talking about what we need to do to get a house ready for the rental market. When property owners talk to me about this topic, I tell them that it’s very similar to getting a home ready for the sales market. Finding a renter is quite similar to finding a buyer and you want your house to present well. Here are a few of t...

The topic on our blog today is why you should consider working with us when you need high quality property management in the San Antonio area.  Experience  I have been a licensed real estate agent in Texas since 1976, and I became a broker in 1978. I formed Boardwalk Real Property Management in 1986, with the purpose o...