We don’t have to tell you that this is a digital age. Surely you’re aware, and if you’re like most people, you’re active on at least one social media platform—probably several. Social media has become an essential tool for marketing just about everything, including rental properties. As property managers, we leverage the power and reach of social media...
Have you noticed that lately, offering a freshly painted, clean, and well-maintained rental home is not enough? Tenants are looking for more, and rental property owners are adapting or struggling to find tenants. The rental market in Orlando, Florida, has seen significant shifts in recent years. As the city grows and attracts new residents, renters' preferences and expectations are evolving. These changes...
The real estate landscape is changing as we continue to move through 2025 and its challenges and opportunities. While that statement alone can cover a lot of ground, today, we’re specifically talking about the shift that has emerged with the popularity of remote work. Employees' flexibility to work from home (or anywhere) has played a central role in reshaping the dynamics...
Have you noticed the growing trend in the rental market, which has led to a noticeable shift in how properties are rented? Over the last few years, there has been a profound shift in the real estate market. A growing number of developers and investors are embracing the concept of Build-to-Rent (BTR) communities, which are specifically designed for renters rather than buyers. Once...
Over the last year, some new rental laws have gone into effect in Florida, impacting the way landlords in Orlando lease, manage, and maintain their homes. Florida is a reasonably landlord-friendly state, and during last year’s legislative session, the state made it more difficult for cities and municipalities to pass laws that may provide more tenant protections than...
Inflation has become a significant factor influencing the Orlando rental market, and it’s hard to predict what the local economy will do or how it will perform, especially as 2025 gets off to a rather unconventional start. We have been dealing with higher prices for several years, which has created challenges and opportunities for Orlando rental property owners. As the cost...
Property managers play an important role in the community, and in order to do the job well, it’s important to have the education, experience, and even the temperament that the position requires. At Homevest Management, we are licensed property managers in Florida who have been serving communities like Orlando for years. We’re here to help you understand...
What’s your most frustrating challenge as you rent out property? Maybe it’s unreliable tenants or emergency maintenance. Maybe it’s something else. We work with a lot of owners and investors as Orlando property management experts, and we’ve put the top rental management challenges into a list. We’re also sharing how we solve these recurring issues, and what...
Accommodating tenants with service animals is a legal requirement when you’re renting out properties, and you might be surprised at how easily a mistake can be made. For landlords and rental property owners, understanding the legal obligations and best practices for managing properties with service animals is essential. We have put together a comprehensive guide that provides...
Emergency maintenance is frustrating for tenants, disruptive for rental property owners, and often expensive to pay for. As Orlando property managers, we have a number of processes and systems in place to reduce the risk of a maintenance emergency happening at your property. We focus on preventative services and routine repairs in order to avoid emergencies. But sometimes,...
