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How to Diversify your Real Estate Investment Portfolio | Lakewood, CO Investor Guide

By Susan Melton - Friday, December 27, 2019

Diversifying your real estate investment portfolio is a great way to protect yourself against potential losses. It can also help you earn more ROI. Investment professionals are always encouraging their clients to diversify, and there are a few ways you can do that with your renta...

Should I Allow Pets In My Rental Property? | Lakewood, CO Property Management Tip

By Susan Melton - Friday, December 13, 2019

For many people, pets are a part of the family. If you’re not going to let a highly qualified tenant move in with his prize Pomeranian or her twin Siamese cats, you’re going to lose a potentially great tenant.We recommend that you allow pets in your rental proper...

How Much Should Charge in Rent For My Lakewood CO Rental Property?

By Susan Melton - Friday, November 15, 2019

Rental value can be an emotional topic. A lot of rental property owners come to the market with a specific idea of how much their home is worth and what they want to earn. There are a lot of factors that go into accurately pricing a rental property, and one thing that doesn&rsquo...

Common Mistakes Made As a Landlord and How to Avoid Them in Lakewood, CO

By Susan Melton - Friday, November 15, 2019

It’s easy to make mistakes as a landlord, and even experienced rental property owners find themselves making errors and bad decisions. The problem is that these mistakes can usually be expensive.Today, we’re talking about some of the most common mistakes we come acro...

Investing in Real Estate Out of State | Lakewood, CO Landlord Education

By Susan Melton - Friday, November 1, 2019

The Lakewood real estate market is strong and attracting a lot of attention from investors all over the country and even outside of the country. We have attractive properties, high rents, and a stable tenant pool that’s reliable and financially secure. While out-of-state i...

What Makes a Good Real Estate Investment in Lakewood, CO?

By Susan Melton - Friday, October 18, 2019

When you’re looking for a real estate investment in Lakewood, remember that you’re not looking for a home that you’re going to occupy. Many investors make the mistake of looking for high-end finishes, large layouts and other things that make properties appealin...

Guide for New Investors | Lakewood, CO Property Management Advice

By Susan Melton - Friday, October 4, 2019

There’s a lot of potential for building wealth and setting up financial freedom when you invest in real estate. There’s also a lot of potential for liability and risk. If you’re a new investor, congratulations on taking an important step towards meeting and exc...

Why Invest in Lakewood, CO Real Estate?

By Susan Melton - Friday, September 20, 2019

Lakewood has enjoyed some explosive growth over the last couple of decades, due to its surging population, its high quality of life, and its stunning location near the Rockies. It’s now the fifth largest city in Colorado, and investors from all over the world are taking not...

Tips and Tricks for Advertising Your Rental Property in Lakewood, CO

By Susan Melton - Friday, August 16, 2019

Assured Management is an industry leader in property management serving the West side of Denver Metro Area.Advertising and marketing your rental property is an important part of keeping vacancy rates low and attracting outstanding tenants who will pay rent on time, main...

Tenant Damage vs. Normal Wear and Tear: Know the Difference in Lakewood, CO

By Susan Melton - Wednesday, July 17, 2019

Assured Management is an industry leader in property management serving the West side of Denver Metro Area.Unless a different time period is specified in the lease, landlords in Lakewood, Colorado are required to return their tenant’s security deposit within 30 da...