Property Management Blog

You've found the perfect new home. Both excitement and fear fill your thoughts. Moving can be stressful and full of surprise expenses. With a little preparation and organization, you CAN plan a budget-friendly, low-stress move. Take a deep breath and let’s think this through together. AREA Texas Realty & Management has ...

Property management is an area of real estate that most agents shy away from. It lacks the thrill of working a sale contract to closing and requires a more consistent task oriented approach.  A property manager usually handles a portfolio of properties and many have unique circumstances that must be considered.  A property manag...

The following is the most recent Houston MLS Report, published by the Houston Association of Realtors. The data covers Houston Home Sales and real estate trends from the last twelve months ( April 2014 – April 2015).HOUSTON — (May 13, 2015) — Houston home sales held to positive territory in April and inven...

Investing in real estate can be extremely profitable.  Many people have made money off of real estate and some have generated substantial amounts of wealth. Those that have created the most wealth are usually in it for the long-haul instead of looking for the get rich quick scheme. True real estate investors know there will be many u...

 When you contact Area Texas Realty & Management for a rental appraisal we will provide you with suggestions for achieving the maximum rental rate. We will also give you suggestions of any health or safety concerns, providing recommendations to ensure that you are not exposed legally.When preparing your property for Rental o...

Acquiring and keeping good tenants doesn’t happen by luck. At Area Texas Realty and Management our philosophy is to get the best tenants and keep them in the property as long as possible. We believe this to be one of the most important jobs that a property management Houston company has to perform. Investors are concerned about the ...

Questions to ask your property management company:Do you have any construction or home repair experience?Having a property manager that knows about homes and has experience will pay off.  A person with experience can make the right call on the best approach when it comes to repairs or preventative maintenance for your property. ...

The following data was gathered from the March Houston MLS Report, published by the Houston Association of Realtors. The data covers and real estate trends from the last twelve months.HOUSTON — (April/2015) — After February’s decline in sales volume, Houston home sales returned to positive territory in March, w...

Finding a good tenant could be a long and daunting process.  You want a tenant that not only takes care of your home but also pays rent on time.  To find an excellent tenant we highly recommend you hire a Houston Property Manager that will do the necessary checks to ensure a good tenant.A person can be well mannered and have a s...

Did you know that landscaping can add up to 28% to the overall value of a house? As a home buyer or landlord always seek landscaping that adds functionality and resale value, rather than frills and lifestyle.   Remember first impression your renters get is curb appeal.  AREA Texas Realty & Management has compiled a list...