Property Management: How We Keep Occupancy Rates High

By Gulf Coast Property Management Tuesday, December 6, 2022

In the first quarter of 2022, vacancy rates for rental properties were down to 0.8%. That was great for all property investors; many people were searching for places to live, and many decided to rent instead of buy due to the high home prices. While vacancy rates ...

A Property Owner's Guide to Rental Leasing and Security Deposits

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, November 16, 2022

The average amount people pay for a rental in Florida is around $1,238 per month. However, depending on their size, condition, and location, you might charge more or less for your properties.Rental property owners have many duties and responsibilities with their properties, inclu...

Rental Property Management Guide to Hurricane Preparedness

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, November 9, 2022

In Florida, some of the worst storms are estimated to have caused around $260 billion dollars of damage. Inclement weather can put property owners severely out of pocket. Rental property storm damage and vacation rental damage can be particularly severe.As a rental property ...

A Landlord's Guide to Lease Renewals

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Did you know that almost 35% of people in Florida rent instead of owning their living spaces?That's a significant amount of potential income for people who own rental properties. The main legal bond between landlords and tenants is rental leases. Without this binding document...

Rental Valuation: How to Value a Venice, FL Real Estate Property

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Did you know that Venice, FL has a population of over 26,000 people?While it's by no means the biggest city, it's one of the most luxurious in the country. If you've invested in one or more real estate rentals, it's important to figure out a price for them so that...

What Are Accidental Landlords?

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, October 19, 2022

There are approximately 44 million renter households in the U.S. The owners of many of those rental units are big property investment groups, but individuals own a sizeable portion of them as well.For some of the owners, property investment was a decision. They decided that they ...

Top Reasons to Have a Tenant Portal for Your Gulf Coast Properties

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, October 12, 2022

More and more property managers are deciding to create a tenant portal for people to access for several reasons. Much like with any other change, we understand you want to take your time to determine if the change's pros will outweigh its cons.If you're still on the fence...

4 Benefits of Hiring Landlord Rescue Services in Sarasota, FL

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, October 5, 2022

The pandemic has been a tough time for renters and landlords alike. A study by JP Morgan Chase found that landlords lost about 20% of their revenue on average, especially during those turbulent early months. Many were also affected by the impact of the eviction moratorium, which ...

The Benefits of Proactive Maintenance for Your Venice Rental Property

By Gulf Coast Property Management Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Maximizing your Venice rental property is all about being proactive.It's no secret that having renters come and go from your property can cause a lot of wear and tear. If you want to keep property repairs from costing you big bucks, you need to implement better proactive prop...

Property Management in Florida: Should I Use a Home Warranty?

By Gulf Coast Property Management Tuesday, August 2, 2022

With a population of over 22 million, Florida remains one of the most populated states in the U.S. If you're someone looking to invest in Florida properties, you might consider getting a home warranty.But what is a home warranty? Why is it such a crucial part of property mana...