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When inspecting your property after a tenant has moved out, you may notice some damage. The damage can either be normal wear and tear or can be excessive rental damage. In this article, we’ll walk you through the two types of rental damage so that you can know what they entail. What is Normal Wear and Tear? Normal wear and tear is the natural deterioration a property undergoes over some time due to aging and regular use. In a rental property, it’s normal to expect certain features to decline in condition as a result of normal usage. For exam…

Are you wondering what to do with an evicted tenant’s personal items? Now that your tenant has been evicted, you may have found their personal belongings are still in your property. The only question remains: when are you legally allowed to “evict” their personal items as well? The particular course of action depends on your rental property’s location. In Florida, the laws regarding abandoned personal property are pretty straightforward. In this article, we here at State Property Management are going to cover the basics of dealing with a tenant…

As a landlord, you’ll likely have to evict a tenant at some point during your career. Multiple reasons may lead to this, like nonpayment of rent or violation of the lease agreement. Florida has an exhaustive eviction process in place and all landlords within the state must follow it and other landlord-tenant laws to successfully legally remove a tenant from their premises. The first step in the eviction process begins with serving an eviction notice. Eviction notices simply tell the tenant what they have done wrong and what they must do withi…

Are you thinking of renting out property in Orlando, FL? Currently, the Orlando housing market is doing well! Real estate offers you an opportunity to receive stable and fixed income over a long period of time. What’s more, judging from the state of the Orlando’s real estate market, you will also enjoy some appreciation of the value of your property. Landlords are seeing good returns from their properties due to an increasing population and a passive housing supply. Not to mention, people are choosing to move away from high-tax areas such as …

Owning a rental property can be lucrative but has its fair share of responsibilities. One of the key decisions every property owner faces is whether to hire a professional property manager or take on the role of a DIY landlord. Both options have their pros and cons, and choosing the right one depends on various factors. In this article, we'll discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hiring a property manager versus self-managing your rental property to help you make an informed decision. Benefits of Self-Managing Your Rental Property When y…