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Furnished apartments are popular options for short-term renters. Whether it is a temporary move, a short job, or you just need a place…

When a lease is terminated, regardless of the reason, it sets in motion a move-out process. This is often overwhelming for the tenant…

Are you a rental property owner? Do you wish to be relieved of the many responsibilities that come with ownership without compromising your…

The residential sector has seen tremendous growth over the past several years because of the rapidly growing middle class. This means most people…

Do you want real estate services? If so, you have two options: a property manager or a real estate agent. Unfortunately, most property…

In the rental space, both tenants and property managers are responsible for maintenance and repairs. However, lease agreements determine the specific responsibilities…

As a property management company, evicting tenants can be stressful and time-consuming. Recent studies show evictions have increased nationally over the past several…

The rental market is constantly growing. In 2025, property managers and landlords must adapt to new trends, changing tenant expectations, and technological advancements…

Owning rental property can be a lucrative opportunity with the right approach. However, property owners or landlords rarely have the expertise or experience…

Looking for a new rental unit can feel like a scavenger hunt. Rental unit ads will tell you the number of rooms, the…

Property-management Rental property owners often cut costs while increasing their bottom lines. However, maintenance is one reason that prevents…

Lease renewals are a crucial aspect of property management. As a landlord or property management company, ensuring tenants continue renting your property is…

Rent-to-own agreements are beneficial for property managers or landlords and potential buyers. These arrangements allow buyers to lease a home with the option…

As a landlord or property management company, insulating your rental is a wise investment. Insulation keeps your living space comfortable while reducing…

Are you considering a refinance for your rental property? If so, you may wonder if it is a good idea. Before making a…

For property owners, renting offers a higher return on investment. However, most people don’t have the expertise required to run a successful business,…

Renting out an apartment can be an exciting and profitable opportunity. However, it also comes with unique challenges and responsibilities, from attracting reliable…

Over the past several decades, rent payment options have evolved. While traditional methods like cash, checks, and money orders are still in use,…

When managing rental properties, providing an exceptional living experience can set you apart from the competition. One effective way landlords and property…

As smart home technology becomes more widespread, it's no longer just a luxury for homeowners. Landlords and property managers are increasingly incorporating smart…

Investing in real estate can be a lucrative venture, but it requires keen insight and swift decision-making. One of the critical steps in…

Effective management is vital for rental property owners, as it requires careful financial and operational metrics tracking. Owner statements and reporting provide valuable…

Do you have a property with a pool that you want to rent out? If so, leasing out a home with a pool…

A common problem for landlords and property managers is ensuring a smooth transition after tenants vacate the premises. Communication is often the…

Investing in rental properties can be lucrative, but determining which properties will be more profitable can be challenging. One critical metric investors use…

Investing in real estate is a proven method for building wealth. While traditional methods such as buying rental properties or flipping houses are…

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are vital for maintaining the quality and value of properties within their communities. While this may involve various strategies, enforcing…

The real estate industry is one of the most profitable and competitive sectors. Crafting effective rental listings is crucial to thrive in this…

Owning rental property is daunting and comes with many responsibilities. As a property owner, having a property manager can be a convenient way…

Owning rental property comes with its fair share of responsibilities. While you can handle these tasks yourself, you risk compromising the bottom line.…

Rental properties are lucrative investments, offering a consistent income stream over the long term. However, managing rental properties can be complex and demanding,…

Real estate investment is a lucrative venture but comes with its fair share of risks. Landlords and property managers must mitigate these risks…

If you are a property owner, you know management requires attention to various responsibilities, from tenant relations to maintenance and financial management. When…

Landlords play a crucial role in the housing market by providing rental properties to tenants. However, being a landlord comes with various…

Owning a rental property is a lucrative investment, but comes with its fair share of responsibilities. Ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of your…

Owning and renting out real estate can be lucrative, but it has its share of complexities. One term you’ll encounter in the property…

As a property owner or manager, adopting eco-friendly practices benefits the environment and appeals to eco-conscious tenants. The world is shifting towards sustainability,…

Becoming a landlord and earning passive income from rental properties can be lucrative, especially in rapidly growing cities. However, it also entails a…

Insuring a commercial property is critical to protecting your investment as a landlord or ensuring the continuity of your business operations as a…

Selling a home can be an exciting yet daunting endeavor. Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner or a first-time seller, navigating the complex world…

Owning and running a property management business can be a profitable endeavor, but there may come a time when selling it is advisable.…

Investing in rental property can be a lucrative venture, but it comes with significant responsibilities. One of the most crucial responsibilities of landlords…

Renting out a property comes with its challenges and responsibilities for landlords. One aspect of property management that often arises is tenants offering…

Hiring the right Homeowners Association (HOA) property manager is a critical decision for any community. While many HOA board members focus on…

The real estate landscape has significantly shifted in recent years, with rent prices soaring nationwide. This surge in rental costs has presented challenges…

Are you a rental property owner? Do you experience challenges attracting the right tenants? It may be time to focus on your marketing…

If you own rental property, there are several ways you can ensure your protection before leasing it out. At 3 Options Realty, we…

The primary goal for rental property owners is to get a sizeable return on investment (ROI). The real estate space is one of…

The real estate industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the United States, with high demand and rising rental rates. Establishing a…

Do you want to create wealth for future generations? The best and most established approach is to own and manage rental property. This…

Owning a rental property comes with the responsibility of managing tenants effectively. As a property owner, you have two primary options to consider:…

Do you own rental property in Georgia? As a landlord, you must familiarize yourself with the different property management laws before hiring…

Whether you own ten or a thousand income properties, there’s one constant—taxes! The law stipulates that rental property owners should report what their…

The average income for most landlords across the United States is nearly $97,000 annually. Consulting a reputable property management company can help…

Routine inspections can be the major difference between a valuable property and a depreciating apartment. This is common in rental rates, as landlords…

Starting a property management company is easier said than done. While there are many sources of information and strategies you can implement,…

We don’t often stop to think about emotions and money together. Inherently, during times of high emotion money is the farthest thing from…

Owning rental property is a significant investment, but most landlords need to understand how long it takes to manage their properties. This common…

Nothing is more frustrating than finding the ideal home listing for your needs, only to find out it is a scam and a…

As a tenant in the great state of Georgia, you have rights and responsibilities for your protection. Most people often sign lease agreements…

Property managers know the importance of on-time rental payments for cash flow and to drive the bottom line. Ideally, good tenants pay…

Owning rental property is lucrative and allows you to maximize your income generation channels. However, it requires work to optimize your return on…

Buying and selling a house usually involves several costs, and the state of Georgia is no exception. Some expenses involved in buying a…

The change of season will warrant new strategies to ensure the structural integrity of your home is not compromised. Our company, 3 Options…

Whether you are a veteran landlord or a first-time property owner ready to test out the market, deciding how much to charge for…

If you live in a city with large tertiary institutions like universities, there are high chances of having many renters. This is one…

The goal of investing in rental property is to make a sizeable return on investment, which starts by finding the best tenants. This…

Are you a property owner looking to turn your building into a rental space? While this is an excellent investment, you need to…

The country’s population has increased over the past few decades, resulting in a high demand for rental property. Currently, 44.1% of households in…

The primary goal of owning rental property is to get a significant return on investment. One way to achieve this is properly recording…

The main goal of owning or managing rental property is to ensure they are rented and monthly payments are made on time. However,…

As a rental property owner, you know the need to conduct routine maintenance and renovations to maximize your return on investment (ROI). 3…

The coronavirus pandemic ravaged our economy and left many people without a steady income. This created a lot of uncertainty in the future…

Routine maintenance is something that all rental property owners need to prioritize. However, keeping up with a schedule and giving your rental property…

Owning rental property is a lucrative venture that only gets better with time. Most investors going into real estate underestimate the risks involved…

Are you looking to start investing in property? If the answer is yes, you need a professional property management company that provides…

If you are looking for a lucrative business opportunity with a significant return on investment, you should try short-term rentals. As we get…

Real estate laws vary from one state to another, and landlords can choose or refuse to rent out a furnished house. You can…

The real estate industry has experienced significant change, leading to unique jargon and technology. If you are a landlord, you need to understand…

If you are considering entering the market of leasing property, 3 Options Realty can help you make your venture more profitable. Before you…

Most issues that involve a real estate agent can be avoided early by ensuring you hire someone who can serve your needs. Finding…

As a rental property owner, leasing to the ideal tenants goes a long way to ensure a return on investment (ROI). The reality…

There are millions of people out there looking for a residence, making it difficult for rental property owners to know who is a…

If you are a rental property owner, the issue of allowing tenants to paint the space is one that most people avoid. Although…

There are many things to consider when hiring a property manager since there are numerous property management companies. Even after working with a…

Landlords usually have a lot on their hands, from landscape matters to dealing with various systems in their property like plumbing. Most plumbing-related…

When a tree falls on your rental property, what you do next determines the safety of your loved ones and property. There’s no…

The main purpose for writing this BLOG is to help investors and landlords of residential property to make a good business decision about…

In Georgia, the tenant is statutorily obligated to cover the rents up until the property is reoccupied. The legislative mindset on this is…

This happened for a variety of reasons, but when this occurred, I reluctantly agreed to the process only to serve the informed consent…

But I am ever watchful of activities in the state legislature and municipal councils dealing with this and any other initiatives that could…

The same is true for home sales as well. This is not great news for renters or home buyers because the cost to…

It would not take long before I discovered that there was an unfulfilled demand for quality property management services. I had designed some…

In some states collecting last month’s rent on move-in is treated the same as a security deposit. Essentially, rent collected in advance is…

If you don’t, you probably should. But even if you do conduct one, is it any good? If you self-manage rental property and…

There is no guarantee that doing a thorough character review will assure a quality tenant, but it is certain that not doing it…

  In recent years big strides have been made into improving transportation infrastructure in the city.…

  While Alpharetta has been around for many years, it is essentially a new city with…

I am a professional property manager. I manage over 400 properties for other people. As I was driving back from eviction court…

Have you ever heard commercials on the radio where a heating and air conditioning company is offering to install one air conditioning system…

It could be a good thing, if the contractors it hires do good work and do it for a reasonable fee. It could…

There are many tests in the process of choosing a property management company in Alpharetta, one of which is its maintenance services…

The easy answer is to simply communicate better. But what if you truly are communicating and the client or customer chooses to deny…

It’s a challenge selling a home under most any circumstances. Even those homes that move quickly! Sometimes people forget that most of the…

You think a professional property manager would be the best solution, but you are not sure how to go about shopping for…

What can you do? The easiest answer is—don’t buy the property. But if you have your heart set on that…

the process itself can be a highly stressful and emotionally draining experience.  While there are exceptions, and these are very…

The concept is simple enough. You contract to buy a home with a closing date some number of years out, and in the…

If so, can you draw interest on the value? And why won’t the professional property manager let you…

We are beginning to recognize that the sun and the rain are consequential resources, not…

This can be an unnecessarily expensive course of action.  There is another possibility. Often times, landlords make the mistake of assuming that tenants…

The real estate market:  Most economic prognosticators predict a continuingly healthy real estate market for the foreseeable future.  Conservative estimates are that…

Before I explain the problem I want you to understand something about me. I do know how to control keys. While serving in…

Sometimes it’s the intent of the tenants to conceal damages so that they go undetected until later, after the…

The median home sales price is $143,000.  Home prices have recently ranged from a low of $63,900…

  With a population of 26,890 the city is not considered large but, certainly not small. The…

Better known by the locals as just Lake Lanier (“Sidney” is often dropped conversationally), the lake is…

We listen to you.  We hear you.  And we work for you. Another reason is…

People frequently asked me about buying Marietta rental homes for investment. I tell them that it is…

 It’s a simple question but the answer is really not so simple.  If you bring back the same vendor, you must hold a…

We also had Tim from on our sales steam, a licensed real estate appraiser in Milton, GA whose views supplemented those of Terri…

The first step is for the homeowner to fully acknowledge what the product is that they are offering to the marketplace.  Buyers are…

There is a high probability that you will dispute that number.  It might be high…

In 1963 the Court of Appeals of Georgia decided in Abrams v. Joel that "...when a lessor breaches a duty to make repairs,…