Property Management Blog

What Are Tenants Responsible for in a Lakewood Rental Home?

By Susan Melton - Friday, February 4, 2022

Tenants have a lot of rights when they rent a Lakewood home, but they also have a lot of responsibilities. This can be easy to forget when you’re a property owner working hard to provide a safe and well-maintained property. While you are generally responsible for the care a...

Benefits of Technology for Littleton Property Managers

By Susan Melton - Friday, January 7, 2022

Property management technology has really shifted over the last decade, and our investment in platforms, portals, and automated systems has allowed us to deliver services more efficiently and keep our costs down.Technology is important to the property owners and the tenants we wo...

Offering Property Management Services | Littleton Real Estate Agent Education

By Susan Melton - Friday, December 3, 2021

At Assured Management, we have had the pleasure and the privilege of working with local real estate agents when their clients need professional property management in Littleton, Lakewood, and the surrounding areas. Referring clients who need to lease out their home can help you b...

How to Be a Good Tenant | Advice for Lakewood Tenants

By Susan Melton - Friday, November 5, 2021

Good tenants are in high demand. If you’re looking for ways to stand out as a desirable resident when you’re seeking or settling into a Lakewood rental home, we have some tips for you. Establishing yourself as a reliable, responsible tenant will help you have a better...

Landlord 101: The Costs of DIY Property Management in Lakewood

By Susan Melton - Friday, October 1, 2021

Smart investors understand the value of professional property management in Lakewood. Yes, there are management fees involved but the money you save on long vacancies, expensive legal mistakes, and evictions and property damage due to bad tenants more than make up for the cost. P...

How Long Does It Take to Find a Tenant? Lakewood Property Management

By Susan Melton - Friday, September 3, 2021

No one likes a long vacancy period, and finding a tenant quickly is important to your bottom line. A lot of Lakewood rental property owners ask us how long it will take to find a tenant and rent out their home. The frustrating answer is this: it depends.It depends on the market, ...

8 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Littleton Property Manager

By Susan Melton - Friday, August 6, 2021

When you’re looking for a Littleton property management company, it’s important to check into the company’s reputation for high quality customer service. You want an expert team that can effectively lease, manage, and maintain your rental property.After you&rsqu...

Warning Signs to Beware of When Screening Lakewood Tenants

By Susan Melton - Friday, July 2, 2021

If you’ve been renting out a Lakewood property for any amount of time, you probably know what to look for when you’re screening tenants: credit history, criminal background, income, and prior rental references. But, do you know the warning signs of what could potentia...

What Does a Littleton Property Manager Do for Landlords?

By Susan Melton - Friday, April 30, 2021

If you have never worked with a professional Littleton property management company before, you might not know what to expect. Every property manager is a little different, but there are a few things that are standard across the industry.This is an industry that has invested a lot...

What Do Lakewood Landlords Need to Know about Rental Income Taxes?

By Susan Melton - Friday, March 26, 2021

Owning Lakewood rental property provides investors with a path towards short-term cash flow and long-term returns. It also comes with some tax benefits. While you will be required to report your rental income on your tax returns, you can also use several deductions that are uniqu...