Topeka Property Management Blog

Our brand promise

April 7, 2021 By p_houser At PMI, we believe there are four things that are extremely important when partnering with a property management company –– effective communication skills, integrity and honesty, accurate accounting, and availability of management. Each of thes...

An important reminder about tenant-landlord relationships

March 17, 2021 By p_houser At PMI, we believe it’s very important it is to screen your tenants. This is to ensure that you end up with the right people who will care for your property and pay the rent on time. Establishing a good tenant-landlord relationship goes beyond t...

Overworked? Overwhelmed? We provide landlords with peace of mind

January 20, 2021 By p_houser As a landlord, you have a lot of responsibility. You need to be aware of housing laws, and how those laws affect your rental property; you need to keep up with maintenance demands; and you need to manage all of your financials. If you’re incre...

8 reasons to rent instead of buy

August 4, 2021 By p_houser Homeownership isn’t for everyone. In fact, some people prefer renting over owning. If you’re trying to decide if renting is right for you, consider the following: 1. You’re planning to move in the next few years. If you desire flexibility in...

5 reasons you should make online rental payments a reality

June 29, 2020 By p_houser Have you been mulling over the idea of allowing tenants to pay their rent online? If so, take the time to read this blog. In it, we discuss several benefits of online rental payments. 1. It helps you stay competitive In this day and age, many landl...

What renters want

February 19, 2020 By p_houser When marketing a rental unit, it’s smart to ensure the property is appealing to the greatest number of potential renters. That means people who represent multiple generations. But, how? The good news is that catering to one niche doesn’t ha...

How to reduce stress as a landlord

March 3, 2021 By p_houser We all know that a residential investment can be very lucrative. However, it can also come with some headaches. How can a landlord safeguard themselves and reduce trouble down the road? There are actually a few things you can do to help lower stres...

How to be socially distant without being socially “distant”

April 29, 2020 By p_houser Throughout the world, the American people are known for their imagination and creativity. But could any of us truly have imagined the life we’re living right here and now! It’s a bit surreal, right? What may have seemed unimaginable in the Uni...

Three ways a property manager can streamline your operations

July 16, 2019 By p_houser As a landlord, you know that staying on top of all the responsibilities associated with managing rental properties can be a difficult task. Even if you have a small team to help you out, managing your property or properties can be a h...

Three ways to have happy tenants

December 3, 2019 By p_houser What makes a good “for rent” ad? Advertising a rental property vacancy can seem like a tall order. After all, most experts say you only have seven seconds to capture a reader’s attention with an ad before they move on. With such constraint...