Property Management Blog

Salt Lake City has the most competitive rental market in the West. This is great news for new real estate investors in the region, but it also spells trouble.Any minor misstep could tarnish your reputation and scare off future tenants. When that misstep involves infringing on tenants' rights, it could put your entire career in jeopard...

There are nearly 20 million rental properties in the United States. Each of these properties will be run in its own way. But what's the best way to manage a property?If you own a property, you might have heard about something called full service property management.But what exactly does that mean? Don't worry, we're here to ex...

With the average rent in Salt Lake City coming in at over $1000 a month, no one wants to pay more on a security deposit than they need to. Understanding the regulations surrounding security deposits is crucial to ensure compliance with local laws and maintaining a fair and transparent rental process.Security deposits serve as a form of fi...

Whether you're a renter or a landlord, the rental process is tedious. When you think about it, would you want it any other way? Moving into a new space has plenty of questions that need to be answered.One of those is the tenant screening process. This process is used to make everyone safe and comfortable. Tenant background checks allo...

When you sign a management agreement and entrust us with the management of your investment property, it's important to understand the concept of a DNE, which stands for "do not exceed." You may come across this term in various property management companies or owner statements. Essentially, it grants us the authority to ...

If you've chosen Utah Property Solutions as your Salt Lake City property management company, you may be wondering about the next steps and how quickly we can begin managing your property. Rest assured, the process is typically swift. The timeline will depend on how promptly you provide us with the necessary information. Once we s...

When it comes to advertising your property, professional photos are crucial. While we may have mentioned the importance of professional photos elsewhere on our website, I want to emphasize it once again. Prospective residents typically begin their search by location and budget, but they ultimately rely on photos to make their decision. Ha...

Utah is one of the top states for pet ownership in the US. More than 58% of Utah households have at least one pet, according to the latest statistics.If you own a rental property in Salt Lake City, you can guarantee that at least some of your prospective tenants will have pets. You may not want to put up with the potential damage, noise, ...

Being a property owner means you get to make the calls about what you do with your rentals. But that doesn't mean you can do absolutely anything when it comes to your properties.Case and point, Utah has rules about how rent can be increased, and they vary depending on your lease agreement.Keep reading this quick guide to learn all you...

It's almost that time of the month when landlords begin to go property to property and collect rent. What worked back in the day might not be the best solution today when it comes to collecting rent paid by your tenants.Whether you're a new property manager or a professional, we will share some better ways to collect rent that won...