Practical landlord and tenant advice, property management tips, and real estate insights.https://propertymanagementblog.com/en-ushttps://propertymanagementblog.com/welcome/https://propertymanagementblog.com/welcome/Property Management Blog has been a trusted resource for landlords, property managers, and real estate investors since 2005. This site is being restored from its original archive, bringing back hundrMon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/answer-the-phone/https://propertymanagementblog.com/answer-the-phone/Answer the Phone When you call a company that you desperately need to get an answer from and they don’t answer, how do you feel? Most people would not really have any kind of emotion the firSat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/come-on-down-to-the-facility/https://propertymanagementblog.com/come-on-down-to-the-facility/Come on Down to the Facility What would you do if you walked into a facility that was completely disgusting? Most people would turn around and walk back out. Other people might consider stiMon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/forgetting-the-gate-code/https://propertymanagementblog.com/forgetting-the-gate-code/Forgetting The Gate Code Many times when someone rents a storage unit they may not visit their unit very often as with the caller I spoke with a few days ago. I’ll never forget how frustratMon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/it-is-good-to-laugh/https://propertymanagementblog.com/it-is-good-to-laugh/It is Good to Laugh Many say that laughter is the best medicine. This is definitely true. 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Do you think they are telling you no or do you think they are telling youMon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/keeping-calm-in-troubling-situations/https://propertymanagementblog.com/keeping-calm-in-troubling-situations/Keeping Calm in Troubling Situations - As a property manager, we have to try to be ready for anything that comes our way. Now of course we can only do so much to prepare for different things. In Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/outside-storage-inconsistencies/https://propertymanagementblog.com/outside-storage-inconsistencies/Outside Storage Inconsistencies It would seem as if different self storage facilities have different ideas on what is acceptable with parking. Many people will allow certain types of vehiclThu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/finding-a-property-management-company/https://propertymanagementblog.com/finding-a-property-management-company/Finding A Property Management Company No matter what town or city you reside in, there will be owners and managers of property. It just goes without saying. Now what you will not always finWed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/reserve-a-unit-in-advance/https://propertymanagementblog.com/reserve-a-unit-in-advance/Reserve A Unit In Advance - In our current would nothing is for sure. There have been times in which you are expecting one thing, but unfortunately another thing actually happens. 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Now, you cannot sit back and wait for the perfect deal if you are in a hTue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-customer-service/https://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-customer-service/Self Storage Customer Service - If you talk to a property manager they will tell you that your shopping is over and you should rent form their facility. Well those are the self storage managers tTue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/more-information-in-self-storage/https://propertymanagementblog.com/more-information-in-self-storage/More Information in Self Storage - It is very important for you tell your local manager what you really want to do in terms of your self storage needs. The worst thing that can happen is that youFri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/packing-up-your-valuables/https://propertymanagementblog.com/packing-up-your-valuables/Packing Up Your Valuables - It is very important for you to ensure that everything you pack up will be safe and packed carefully as you are moving from place to place. You can go to your local seMon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/remodeling-with-self-storage-help/https://propertymanagementblog.com/remodeling-with-self-storage-help/Remodeling With Self Storage Help - Self storage can be used for so many things. Many people typically think that you only need self storage when you are moving from one place to another. There aMon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/successful-property-management/https://propertymanagementblog.com/successful-property-management/Successful Property Management - There are property managers over many different businesses. You will find that someone is in charge of making sure the every day operation of the facility is top Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/storage-experts/https://propertymanagementblog.com/storage-experts/Storage Experts - As a property manager you are going to have to be the expert when it comes to determining what people need. You will have people call into your self storage facility telling youMon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/creating-value-with-a-moving-truck/https://propertymanagementblog.com/creating-value-with-a-moving-truck/Creating Value with a Moving Truck - Many self storage companies want to ensure they have all the customers need so they will not have to go looking to their competitors for solutions. The properSun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-counselors/https://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-counselors/Self Storage Counselors - People go to college for many years to become counselors. These people really want to be able to help those that are in need. They want to be able to help turn the hard,Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-insurance/https://propertymanagementblog.com/self-storage-insurance/Self Storage Insurance - As property managers you have to ensure that you are doing whatever you can to protect the customer as well as your business. Without customers coming in to rent you willSun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/sell-what-you-have/https://propertymanagementblog.com/sell-what-you-have/Sell What you Have - Just what exactly is a loading bay?  In terms of self storage, a loading bay is a dock in which you can more easily load and unload your belongings.  The bay looks similar toMon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/much-needed-truck/https://propertymanagementblog.com/much-needed-truck/Much Needed Truck - What do you do when you need a storage unit, but are not ready to rent yet?  You reserve it!  That would make sense to a lot of different people. Naturally man people do wait Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-one/https://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-one/A Getaway For Your Items – Pompano Beach Self Storage – Part One If you need to store some of your priced possessions in storeroom and you live in Pompano Beach then you should plan well so Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-three/https://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-three/A Getaway For Your Items – Pompano Beach Self Storage – Part Three - It certainly is not essential that you get a discount on your storing units, but it can be helpful. Another way to save money Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-two/https://propertymanagementblog.com/a-getaway-for-your-items-pompano-beach-self-storage-part-two/A Getaway For Your Items – Pompano Beach Self Storage – Part Two - For example, many places offer a move-in discount. This means that a deduction will be offered in the monthly rental for a few mSun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/brooklyn-self-storage-wisdom-part-one/https://propertymanagementblog.com/brooklyn-self-storage-wisdom-part-one/Brooklyn Self Storage Wisdom – Part One - Renting a Brooklyn self storage unit can be expensive. 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If contrary to the previous example you need to acceSun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/choose-the-right-pompano-beach-storage-unit/https://propertymanagementblog.com/choose-the-right-pompano-beach-storage-unit/Choose The Right Pompano Beach Storage Unit - When it comes to choosing a Pompano Beach FL 33062 storage unit, there are a few variables to consider. You will need to take the time to look at youSun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/climate-controlled-hillside-storage-units/https://propertymanagementblog.com/climate-controlled-hillside-storage-units/Climate Controlled Hillside Storage Units - Hillside is a small town that can be found in Illinois. 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If you are looking for a place to store a boat or RV, you might have a litSun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/i-save-stuff-so-what/https://propertymanagementblog.com/i-save-stuff-so-what/I Save Stuff- So What? - Angela Lechtenberg guest blogger explores the reason she saves things Welcome to the Phone Smart property management blog, an insider look at the self-storage industry I Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/internet-guide-for-rental-property-owners/https://propertymanagementblog.com/internet-guide-for-rental-property-owners/Internet Guide For Rental Property Owners - If you are a property owner or manager, you can list your homes for rent on various websites by paying an annual registration charge or sometimes free Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/make-every-day-earth-day/https://propertymanagementblog.com/make-every-day-earth-day/Make Every Day Earth Day! - With Earth Day here, it is a great time for people to start thinking about our planet. 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You and your neighbor not only share common interests but there are certain other things that are common between you. Both of youSun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/be-creative-go-get-the-business/https://propertymanagementblog.com/be-creative-go-get-the-business/Be Creative, Go Get the Business! - Do not wait for the business to come to you, go get it yourself. Residential management cannot always sit behind the desk and wait for the phone to ring like aSat, 02 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/car-storage-made-easy-with-lombard-self-storage/https://propertymanagementblog.com/car-storage-made-easy-with-lombard-self-storage/Car Storage Made Easy With Lombard Self Storage - Lombard self storage provides ample opportunities to safely store your car especially during the harsh winter season in Lombard, Illinois. CertaiSat, 02 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/1-up-on-the-other-guy/https://propertymanagementblog.com/1-up-on-the-other-guy/1-Up on the Other Guy Angela Lechtenberg, guest blogger reminds us to keep the eye one the ball and not the "other" guy. Welcome to PhoneSmart's Property Management Blog, the ins and outsWed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/3-columbia-mini-storage-facility-facts/https://propertymanagementblog.com/3-columbia-mini-storage-facility-facts/3 Columbia Mini Storage Facility Facts - When it comes to renting a storage unit, it is not really a complicated task. As long as you take the time to find the one that suits you, you will be welWed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/3-reasons-to-rent-kansas-city-mini-storage-facility/https://propertymanagementblog.com/3-reasons-to-rent-kansas-city-mini-storage-facility/3 Reasons To Rent Kansas City Mini Storage Facility - There are many different advantages to renting storage units. It does not matter whether you need one for your own personal belongings or if Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttps://propertymanagementblog.com/4-reasons-to-use-san-antontio-storage-units/https://propertymanagementblog.com/4-reasons-to-use-san-antontio-storage-units/4 Reasons To Use San Antontio Storage Units One of the problems with stuff is finding a place to put it all. 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