Social media rules the marketing world. This being said, social platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are extremely beneficial for Landlords looking to secure tenants. It is super simple to get started. Here are 3 tips for attracting new tenants using social media. The Visual Power of Instagram More than 30% of Millennials...
READ MOREFor Landlords and Real Estate Investors: Why You Should Outsource Your Bookkeeping
Being a Landlord is a lot of work, so having to organize your own bookkeeping on top of overseeing your properties and maintenance is probably the last thing you want to do. Here are 3 reasons Landlords and real estate investors should consider outsourcing their bookkeeping to us at Performance Property Management. ...
READ MORE3 Things You Must Do Before Buying a Condo in Toronto
Without any buying experience, it is easy to overlook some factors that could turn into long-term problems and buyer’s remorse. Make sure you consider the following 3 things before pulling the trigger on buying a Toronto condo. Check the Bedbug Registry If you are about to purchase a condo in any major city, your...
READ MORE3 Apps Every Real Estate Developer and Property Manager Should Know About
In real estate, first impressions are everything. Have you ever searched for properties online and been turned off by the ones that don’t include images? Terrible, isn’t it? 92% of homebuyers search for their dream home online, so including professional photographs with each listing is a key selling feature. When a Developer or Property...
READ MORE2 Things Real Estate Developers Learn from Property Management Companies
When Real Estate Developers and Property Management Companies join forces, the sky is the limit. Here are two things that Developers gain by working with businesses like Performance Property Management: Knowing What Owners Truly Value The role of a Developer is to identify attractive development opportunities, source prime land, obtain financing, put together...
READ MORE3 Things Home Buyers Should Look for In a Neighbourhood
Transportation One of the biggest factors to consider when moving is your travel distance to and from work and how the commute will impact your daily schedule. Is the neighbourhood you are looking at accessible by public transit? Does the bus or subway schedule align with the hours you travel to and from work?...
READ MORETop 3 Ways Home Buyers Trick Themselves into Making the Wrong Choice
Buying a house can be very stressful and keeping a clear head can be extremely challenging during the process. Here are 3 ways we frequently trick ourselves into making the wrong decisions. Overlooking Major Flaws in The Home Often, certain positive aspects of a home cause eager home buyers to overlook critical flaws. Make...
READ MOREHow to Reduce Hydro Costs
It is always important to remember that there are two sides of the spectrum when it comes to hydro billing – peak hours and off peak hours. Making a couple changes to your day-to-day routine, can shave up to $1,500 a year from your billing. The standard rule that applies to supply and demand...
READ MOREAre you pet friendly? If not, why not?
It’s a safe bet that every property owner or landlord will confront this question at some point in his or her time managing a rental property. The first thought that comes to mind might be negative factors such as; damage to the property, noise complaints, unpleasant odors. There has been data collected to support...
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