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Welcome to the Logical Property Management Blog. Below you'll find blog posts specific to Property Owners or Tenants to learn more about how we work and what you should be looking for.

2023-09-18

Netflix & Flip: 5 Best House Flipping Shows to Watch in 2023

House flipping is all the rage right now. We all love them, whether we’re expanding our house-flipping portfolio or watching home renovations for fun. There’s nothing quite like seeing a run-down house turn into a beautiful home. If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are a few of the best house-flipping shows of all time. […]

2023-09-13

Why Rent Checks are Obsolete (And What You Should Do Instead)

How should your tenants pay for their monthly rental fees? This is a hot topic among landlords—finding out the best way to collect monthly rental payments. Some landlords still prefer the traditional method of collecting rent checks and depositing them in the bank. In contrast, other landlords have fully embraced technology and have gone digital, […]

2023-09-11

Tenant Payment Performance Update v2023-08

We’re not aware of any other local management company sending their clients these types of updates! Please let us know if you hear of another company doing so. Please be sure to share this with anyone you know interested in real estate investing or looking for a better property manager, so they can see what […]

2023-09-04

Prorated Rent: How and Why You Should Calculate It

For landlords, maximizing profitability is one of the most important things about renting out a property. And a big part of that is minimizing vacancy times. So, if you want to maximize your profits, it’s better to be flexible to accommodate tenants who wish to move in the middle of the month, or who want […]

2023-08-28

How to Spot Fake Emotional Support Animal Letters

Over the past decade, emotional support animals (ESA) have become the topic of discussion, popping up everywhere, from airports to rental properties. While these animals can provide their owners with great companionship and support, people have been faking emotional support animals just to bend the rules and keep their pets in rental units where animals […]

2023-08-14

Consumer Housing Trends Report

As the real estate market continues to evolve, it’s vital for real estate investors to remain updated on the ever-changing renters’ preferences and trends to ensure maximum profitability of their properties. The 2022 Consumer Housing Trends Report, brought to us by Zillow, sheds light on the ever-changing landscape of the rental market. In this article, […]

2023-08-07

Experience-Based Tips to Avoid Evictions as a Landlord (Part 2)

As a landlord, you know that there’s no such thing as an effortless rental property. From collecting rent to dealing with tenant issues to avoiding evictions, it all comes along with the job. But you can minimize the headaches if you plan ahead. There are common reasons for evictions—non-payment of rent, destruction of property, lease […]

2023-07-31

Experience-Based Tips to Avoid An Eviction as a Landlord (Part 1)

As a landlord, tenant eviction is one of the worst experiences you can go through. Despite doing your best to ensure that all tenants pay rent on time, circumstances occasionally arise in which they don’t. This experience can be incredibly stressful and complicated for landlords, often leaving them with financial losses or legal battles to […]

2023-07-24

Property Management Inside Look: Why Your Calls Aren’t Always Answered

Ever wanted to see how a Property Management Company (PMC) operates—on the inside? Well, look no further because we’re getting into the nitty-gritty to show you the behind-the-scenes of PMCs. From how we manage our calls to other internal data, we’ll cover it all. The reality is managing rental properties is difficult and time-consuming, especially […]

2023-07-10

3D Tours and Floor Plans (Part 3)

Congratulations, you made it to the last part of our series of 3D tours and floor plans for rental properties! We’ve talked about 3D tours and floor plans extensively, and what landlords should include when making them, in the previous articles. If you’re the type of person that wants more concrete steps and likes visuals, […]

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