Jon here with Simple Property Management. I get asked all the time: “Why would I hire a property manager? Can’t I just handle it myself?” Sure, you can, but hiring a professional property manager can make a huge difference. Let me explain why. Not all property managers are created equal. A professional property manager does…

Recently, we’ve been getting a lot of calls from what we call “accidental landlords.” These are homeowners who can’t sell their homes right now without taking a significant loss, so they’re wondering if renting is a better option. Today, let’s explore the question: Should you rent your home, or should you sell it? Why Renting…

Things to consider before renting your Grand Rapids property Embarking on the journey of renting out your Grand Rapids property in 2024 requires a strategic approach, considering diverse factors ranging from pet policies to tax implications. Jon delves into crucial considerations and providing insights and tips to navigate the complex landscape of property management in…

Important updates for investors with rental properties in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The City of Grand Rapids has postponed the lead dust swipe portion of the rental certification until April 1, 2024. This means that when you undergo the rental certification process, you won’t be required to perform lead dust swipe sampling until April 1, 2024.…

Congratulations on making it into the middle of December 2023. It’s been a long year, but here we are. Today, let’s discuss some important trends in the market going into 2024. Rents are decreasing, and days on the market are increasing. It’s like Oprah with rent reductions for everyone! We’ll show you a chart indicating…

A couple of weeks ago, we made a video about the new lead ordinance passed by the City of Grand Rapids earlier this year. Today, we’re going to discuss some key points from one of the recent meetings regarding this ordinance. The slides you’ll see in this presentation are taken from the official city website.…

Jon from Simple Property Management discusses recent changes made by the City of Grand Rapids to rental certificate standards. The changes include the requirement for carbon monoxide detectors, updates on heating requirements, and alterations to certificate durations. Additionally, there are new provisions related to lead paint enforcement for rental properties. See the 2023 Amendments Summary…