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Marketing a rental property isn't just about writing great ad copy, its about the visuals too. But you don’t need a massive budget to shoot a tour of your rental. All you need is your smartphone and some advice from a specialist in the property industry. From our years in the industry, the team at McKenna & Vane Property Management has put together a few tips that would help landlords in this endeavor. Use Landscape Mode Most people tend to take videos use portrait mode as that is the natural way people hold their phones. But these video…

Investing in a rental property can deliver plenty of benefits. You earn a steady income and can grow your property’s portfolio over time, and attracting long-term tenants is the best way to do it. After some time, you might feel that you need to increase your rent rate. This requires a thorough analysis. If you decide to hike up your rent, your tenants may not renew their leases. To counter this possibility, landlords can apply strategic ideas to increasing their income without resorting to an increase in rent. Here are some income-generating t…

Are you renting out your home for the first time? Or, has a tenant recently moved out and your home is now vacant? Either way, your success at filling a rental vacancy starts with writing a good property listing.  You’ll want to write one that will immediately grasp the attention of prospective tenants when they are scrolling through listings.  A great property listing is one that contains three important elements: quality photos, an engaging narrative, and a strong description. And that’s where this article comes in! After reading through this…

To be a successful landlord, you must first understand your tenants' wants. This will not only help you secure the best tenants quickly, but it will also help you retain your current tenants. And, as with any service, if you offer more and provide more value, you can charge more.  In this article, McKenna & Vane Property Management focuses on the top amenities every landlord should consider for their rental property!  Smart Upgrades Renters prefer anything that uses technology to make their lives easier. Property owners and renters alike ca…

Being a landlord can be a lucrative career. However, just like any other business, it isn’t without risks. One such risk is rental damage.  Now, rental damage can occur in two ways: normal wear and tear and excessive damage. In this blog, you’ll learn their differences, and know your rights when they occur!  What Constitutes Normal Wear and Tear? The definition isn’t really straightforward, but normal wear and tear is generally described as the damage that occurs in a unit by a tenant living their day-to-day life.  So, what does this mean to yo…