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Blog Post Real Estate Market Trends that Impact Rental Prices
By Property Management Blog - Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Real Estate Market Trends that Impact Rental Prices

Do real estate sales trends and the rental market correlate? The short answer: yes, they often do—and if you’re a real estate investor, it’s important to pay attention to both. Shifts in mortgage rates, housing supply, and buyer behavior can ripple across both t...
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Blog Post How to Maximize the Return of Your Security Deposit
By Property Management Blog - Friday, May 23, 2025

How to Maximize the Return of Your Security Deposit

Moving out of a rental property can be a busy and overwhelming time — with packing, cleaning, and transitioning to a new home all occurring simultaneously. Amidst the process, one priority for most tenants is ensuring the full/majority return of their security deposit.Secur...
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Blog Post Understanding Washington State “Rent-Cap Bill”
By Property Management Blog - Thursday, May 15, 2025

Understanding Washington State “Rent-Cap Bill”

Washington State House Bill 1217, signed into law on May 7, 2025, introduces statewide rent stabilization measures aimed at protecting tenants and addressing housing affordability.Key ProvisionsRent Increase Cap: Annual rent increases are limited to the lesser of 7% plus inflatio...
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Blog Post What to do if you have a Maintenance Issue
By Property Management Blog - Wednesday, May 7, 2025

What to do if you have a Maintenance Issue

Renting a home comes with the benefit of having someone else—your landlord or property manager—handle maintenance and repairs. But what happens when something goes wrong? A leaking faucet, broken heater, or pest problem can turn your living situation into a stressful ...
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Blog Post To Rent or To Sell: What’s the Right Choice for You?
By Property Management Blog - Monday, April 28, 2025

To Rent or To Sell: What’s the Right Choice for You?

We hope the following guidance helps you gain clarity on whether renting or selling your property is the better option.My go-to advice? Consider renting. Renting often comes with significant benefits and relatively low costs—especially when you enlist the help of a professi...
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Blog Post Understanding Local Rental Laws
By Property Management Blog - Monday, April 21, 2025

Understanding Local Rental Laws

Understanding Local Rental LawsAs a property manager, your responsibilities go beyond merely overseeing the property and addressing tenant concerns. One of the most important elements of property management is ensuring adherence to local rental regulations. Whether managing a mod...
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Blog Post What Is a Utility Continuous Service Agreement (CSA) and Why Should Property Owners Consider It?
By Property Management Blog - Thursday, April 10, 2025

What Is a Utility Continuous Service Agreement (CSA) and Why Should Property Owners Consider It?

Managing a rental property comes with many responsibilities, and one aspect that often gets overlooked is utility management during tenant transitions. That’s where a Utility Continuous Service Agreement (CSA) can make life easier for property owners and managers. But what ...
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Blog Post Seasonal Maintenance Tips for Rental Properties
By Property Management Blog - Friday, April 4, 2025

Seasonal Maintenance Tips for Rental Properties

To ensure a seamless transition into the spring and summer seasons for rental properties at Kenmore Team Property Management, we begin by sending a timely email reminder to tenants regarding upcoming sprinkler start-ups and recommended scheduled watering times. Additionally, we p...
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Blog Post Rent or Buy?
By Property Management Blog - Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Rent or Buy?

“DON’T GIVE YOUR MONEY TO A LANDLORD AND PAY THEIR MORTGAGE!” – Sound familiar? This advice has been passed around for decades, but is it really the whole truth?As a real estate professional, I see the advantages of homeownership, but I also know that rent...
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Blog Post Navigating the Eviction Process
By Property Management Blog - Thursday, March 20, 2025

Navigating the Eviction Process

Evictions, also known as unlawful detainers, can be one of the most financially and emotionally draining processes in property management. Navigating this difficult situation requires patience, a logical mindset, and a thorough understanding of the legal steps involved. Even when...
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