Hauntedand Horrifying Real Estate Tales Scary Spaces Picture this! You’re overseeing maintenance on an old rental home and the AC tech tells you that he found a creepy room and a secret passage in your home! If you ever find yourself in this situation as a property manager, it’s a good idea to notify the landlord immediately. The landlord might not have...
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Real Estate Historic Highlights British Texas Selling a home is a big deal in the real estate world, but imagine the complexities of negotiating for the sale of an entire country! In 1854, Sam Houston took on a monumental property management role when he negotiated the annexing of the Republic of Texas, making it the 28th state. Just like any other real...
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Crazy RealEstate Projects from the Past Oil Rigs in LA California is known for its commitment to health consciousness and environmental sustainability, so it might be surprising to learn that there is a substantial oil rig presence within the urban landscape of Los Angeles. Aside from the environmental concerns surrounding these oil rigs, they can also...
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Real Estate Flops Learn From Their Mistakes WeWork Did Not Work As property managers, we understand the importance of filling an office building with tenants and acquiring rental income. WeWork’s objective was to earn more money for its tenants by creating trendy office spaces that would encourage its employees to work in the office rather than working...
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Homeowner Traditions You've paid off your mortgage. Now what? Burning Your Mortgage Papers Paying off your mortgage is a huge personal and financial milestone that brings a profound sense of financial security. Whether you are a residential homeowner, a property manager, or a real estate investor, achieving this milestone is a testament to your financial...
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Unique & Unconventional Real Estate Developments From Courtroom to Court On the fifth floor of the Supreme Court building, there is a gym with a basketball court, known as “The Highest Court in the Land,” located literally above the Supreme Court’s courtroom.Unique amenities, such as a basketball court, provide significant value to...
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