Lafayette Property Management Blog

What Landlords in Lafayette, IN Need to Know About Security Deposits

Being a landlord comes with a host of great benefits, including the creation of a passive income stream. However, it also comes with a wide variety of responsibilities, and one crucial aspect is handling security deposits. Security deposits are a common practice in the landlord-t...

A Guide to Tenant Lease Renewals in Lafayette, Indiana

Over 44 million people in the U.S. are estimated to rent a house or apartment today. This number continues to climb as more people opt for renting over buying.When you rent a house or apartment, you usually sign a " lease " paper stating how long you can stay there. But...

How to Conduct a Tenant Criminal Background Check in Lafayette, Indiana

As a landlord, your rental property is not just a building; it's an investment and a place you entrust to someone else. Finding reliable and responsible tenants is crucial to ensure a stress-free and rewarding experience.But how can you ensure you're welcoming the right i...

5 Things No One Tells You About Battleground Property Management

While life in Lafayette and the immediate area often centers around the university, Battleground is much more a bedroom community. Families flock to the area a few minutes north of the livelier Lafayette, and West Lafayette, to enjoy the tranquility and family-friendly pursuits ...

Christmas Lights, Christmas Lights and More Christmas Lights!

With Christmas time comes Christmas lights. There are several places to go to view beautiful light displays: TPA Park 1 Adrian Marks Dr Frankfort, IN 46058 Shipshewana’s Lights of Joy 345 S Van Buran Street Shipshewana, IN 46565 Indianapolis Zoo 1200 W Washington Street ...

Happy Thanksgiving

I am grateful for all my family, friends, clients and customers. Without each and every one of you I wouldn’t be where I am today. Please take time to be grateful for all the people in your lives. I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving. P.S. I need new fuzzy sl...

1st Snow of the Season

This morning we had our 1st accumulating snow fall of the season. The schools are on a 2hr delay. The plows are out, and the tow trucks are working overtime. I think people forget how to drive in the snow… we do have a layer of ice under the snow on ...

Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!

Is there anything more peaceful then fresh undisturbed snow? Well maybe a sleeping baby…. As the world gets blanketed in snow, I wanted to remind everyone to leave a few minutes earlier. Make suer you remove snow and ice from walks and drives for the postal workers and...

Why Local Lafayette Property Managers Are Best

There’s no doubting the financial benefits that come from owning a residential rental property. When you lease your property to others you generate passive income, and begin to see your personal wealth blossom. Investing in real estate provides a sense of financial security in...

My Mommy fixed my hair!

When was the last time you let your mom fix your hair? I can answer that… Christmas morning 2018! We were unwrapping gifts, and I received these cute chip closers that look like little aliens with their tongues sticking out. They are red, blue and green. My mom had the...