Property Management Blog

Do Apartments Cancel Your Renters Insurance? Everything You Need to Know

By Stutts Properties Inc Sunday, October 20, 2024

Renters insurance is essential for tenants to protect their stuff and mitigate financial risks. Yet, there are many questions about the role of apartments in renters insurance. One of which is do apartments cancel your renter's insurance.In this article, we’ll explore t...

3 Essential Leasing Management Tips in North Alabama

By Stutts Properties Inc Saturday, September 7, 2024

According to Redfin, Florence is one of the most affordable places in Alabama. When cities and regions start making lists like these, they often see a big influx of new residents, which is great news for property investors. What should you do to prepare?Finding and keeping great ...

Effective Rental Property Accounting Tips for North Alabama Landlords

By Stutts Properties Inc Wednesday, August 21, 2024

The average fair market rent in Alabama is one of the lowest in the nation, ranking as the 4th lowest state. Regardless of how much you charge for rent, you'll still have the same amount of rental property accounting to handle.Many landlords find their accounting challenging,...

5 Key Strategies for North Alabama Accidental Landlords to Succeed

By Stutts Properties Inc Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Did you recently inherit real estate in North Alabama? Congratulations! On average, landlords make $97,000 a year.Without the right rental property advice, however, you may struggle to maximize your earning potential. Not sure how to succeed as an accidental landlord in today'...

How Often Should a Landlord Inspect Rental Property

By Stutts Properties Inc Friday, June 28, 2024

Before you started your career as a landlord, you might remember a time in your life when you were a tenant. And if so, you'll recall the dread you felt when the landlord called you to mention a property inspection.Cue a few days of frantic cleaning, rearranging, and checking...

What to Expect from Property Management Companies

By Stutts Properties Inc Thursday, June 27, 2024

Introduction Managing a rental home is a full-time job; this is why most people will consider working with a property manager. Consider the time in marketing a house and screening prospective tenants. The time for helping qualified occupants settle in and responding to compl...

Do My Property Management Fees Cover Rental Maintenance?

By Stutts Properties Inc Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Without efficient maintenance coordination, you cannot earn passive income from a rental property, but can a property manager handle it for you?Property managers provide a plethora of services to help investors and accidental landlords. However, before hiring one, you should know...

Why You Should Consider Outsourcing Property Management

By Stutts Properties Inc Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Outsourcing property management can be a smart move for property owners, but the benefit is maximized when you outsource property management the right way. Hiring a professional property management company can offer more benefits. You don't need to have a large portfolio of h...

Sustainable Property Management: A Guide for Landlords and Managers | Eco-Friendly Practices and Cos...

By Stutts Properties Inc Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Real Estate. Sustainability in real estate is becoming more vital every year. It helps the environment and can save money. This guide will explain the latest trends and how to implement green practices. Then we will list some of the benefits of s...