Mt. Bachelor Property Management Blog

How to be a Landlord

Are you interested in renting out a property for the first time? It’s common to have lots of questions about how to be a landlord – and what you may need to get started. Managing a property comes with an abundance of landlord responsibilities. Partnering with a property management service can be a helpful step (and we’ll...

How to Secure a Rental Property

If security concerns are on your mind these days, you aren’t alone: Landlords in many areas are showing more interest in new security measures and making a note to double-check their properties. At Mt. Bachelor Property Management, we’ve helped many property owners find the security services that they need – but sometime...

15 Tips for Improving Your Home’s Curb Appeal

“Curb Appeal” is that all-encompassing phrase used to describe the front of the home as seen at first glance by potential tenants or buyers. The reason it gets talked about so much is that what people see when they first walk up to a house has a significant impact on whether or not they want to live there. Even small details m...

5 Ways to Prep Your Rental Property for Spring

Spring maintenance is particularly important if you have an investment property in Central Oregon. As the weather warms up, more people tend to actively look for new rentals, which means property appearance becomes more important. Tenants start to be more active outdoors, which means that yard care is a priority. And there are plenty of w...

Landlord Liability: Issues, Solutions and Best Practices

For those entering the investment property and landlord field, liability is a common concern. Investors want to know just what a landlord is responsible for, and what they need to do to minimize fines, lawsuits, and other problems.Landlord liability depends on a combination of a state’s rental laws/fair housing laws, plus the nuts a...

6 Central Oregon Housing Market Predictions for 2022

Looking to invest in a rental property in Central Oregon? Check out these 6 housing predictions for 2022 and contact us about managing your rental property.Are you planning on choosing an investment property or considering a similar purchase in 2022? The real estate market has been responding to many different trends lately, from worldwid...

What are the Responsibilities of a Property Management Company?

If you’re looking into your first partnership with a property management company, you may be wondering exactly what duties they have. At Mt. Bachelor Property Management, we work to provide you with all the answers to your questions so you can make the best decisions for your financial future – so let’s talk about what a...

7 Essential Maintenance Tips for Rental Properties

If you or your business are looking into rentals in Central Oregon, it’s important to consider the maintenance requirements for investment property in Bend and similar areas. Property maintenance can vary based on climate and other important factors: While our Bend rental management company can help with the important details, we&rs...

5 Common Lease Loopholes

One of the most important property management services in Central Oregon is helping owners creating safe, effective leases when they are first preparing to rent out properties. An inexperienced landlord should always consult a professional regarding their lease! Loopholes, forgotten sections, and other problems can render a lease ineffect...

4 Best Places in Central Oregon to Invest in Rental Property

Are you a real estate investor looking for potential investment properties in Central Oregon? The market has never been hotter, and rentals are in demand as multiple cities in the area continue to grow. Additionally, rental income is one of the best ways to make passive income. Our experience with real estate property management in Bend a...