First Rate Property Management Blog

How Do You Calculate Prorated Rent?

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By Melissa S. Sunday, April 14, 2024

Have you decided to rent out your property in Boise? It's ranked as one of the most popular cities in the country and will no doubt see increased growth in the coming years.If you're a new landlord you might be confused about how much to charge for rent. One of the method...

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Why Should I Look into Hiring a Property Manager in Boise?

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By Melissa S. Sunday, April 7, 2024

Are you still wasting hours every day managing your own Boise property? Fewer than 50% of landlords manage their properties alone. The rest outsource to full-service property management companies.You won't have to schedule maintenance, collect rent, or market vacancies. Inste...

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Tips for Rental Property Accounting Records in Boise

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By Melissa S. Thursday, March 28, 2024

Learning how to invest in property is simple, but mastering accounting can be tricky without some advice.Efficient rental property accounting requires doing many things to ensure that you maximize profits and increase tax deductions. However, doing one thing incorrectly can cost ...

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Difference Between Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals and Pets in Boise

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By Melissa S. Thursday, March 21, 2024

Dogs have always been man's best friend, but that's changing. These days, half of American pet owners view their Fido as a family member.Whether a best friend or a family member, pets are still furry animals that may fall afoul of the no-pets policy. Recent years have mad...

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Benefits of Online Portals for Owners and Tenants in Boise

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By Melissa S. Thursday, March 14, 2024

Back in the day, people were encouraged not to spend much time on the Internet. These days, the average person spends almost 7 hours per day connected to it.It's safe to say that the Internet is woven into the bedrock of our society, and is key to many everyday activities. Th...

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Boise Accidental Landlord Tips

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By Melissa S. Thursday, March 7, 2024

Many homeowners who enjoy low mortgage rates find themselves becoming accidental landlords. You may also have unexpectedly become a landlord in Boise.Maybe you inherited a property or had to move for work. Whatever the reason, it's key to grasp what this role entails.You now ...

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Why Owners of Vacation Homes Should Go with a Professional Property Manager

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By Melissa S. Wednesday, February 28, 2024

A vacation rental property in Boise can be a great source of income - but do you have the time to manage one? If you're already juggling other properties and jobs, listing a property for rent by owner can be a tricky path. A property manager could be the solution to your prob...

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How Section 8 Decides if Your Rent Is Reasonable

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By Melissa S. Wednesday, February 21, 2024

According to the Boise/ADA County Homeless Coalition, approximately 30% of Boise residents are renters. For the median renter's wage of just under $15, affordable rent is about $776.The National Low Income Housing Coalition recommends not paying over 30% of income for housing...

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SW Idaho NARPM Vacancy Report Q4 2023

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By Melissa S. Friday, February 16, 2024

SW IDAHO NARPM VACANCY REPORT Q4 OF 2023: CREDIT: NARPM 

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Reasons Property Managers and Eviction Services are Worth the Investment For Landlords

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By Melissa S. Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Boise, ID, is a relatively big city with a population of 236,634. As a result, many people look for rental properties to live in, making landlords busy.Of course, being busy is a natural part of running a rental property business. But are you TOO busy?There's a simple solutio...

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