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Philadelphia's Rental Laws and Ordinances: A 2024 Update

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Navigating the real estate landscape as a landlord can be a complex and ever-changing experienceespecially in cities with a robust rental market and a framework of strict laws. Philadelphia is no exception, with a history of legislation aimed at protecting tenant rights. Another ...

How to Handle Maintenance Requests Efficiently and Effectively

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, September 11, 2024

As a landlord, one of your primary responsibilities is maintaining the properties you're leasing. A successful landlord in Philadelphia or one of the surrounding communities doesn't merely fix things when they break; they participate in a well-planned system of preventati...

Building a Strong Online Presence for Your Rental Property

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, August 28, 2024

A strong online presence isn't only for social media influencers. It's actually an essential strategy for landlords and property owners looking to attract tenants. With nearly all property searches starting on the web, developing a robust online image can be the differenc...

Co-Living Spaces in Philadelphia: The Next Big Thing in Rental Markets?

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, August 14, 2024

You don't have to be an expert real estate investor to understand that rents have been rising for several years now. That's good news for owners and landlords; you're likely earning more on your rental property monthly and in the long-term. Some tenants are feeling a ...

Tax Deductions for Philadelphia Rental Property Owners

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Tax time is rarely a celebratory season. Many people dread it. Plenty of filers put off sending in their returns until the last moment of the last day of the April deadline. It's not all bad news, however, especially if you're a real estate investor. There are plenty of t...

Say Goodbye to Tenant Fraud: Choose Innovate Realty for Peace of Mind

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Tenant fraud is a growing concern for landlords and rental property owners in Philadelphia and across the surrounding areas. Technology has given us a lot of benefits, especially when it comes to effectively leasing and managing properties. But, it's also made it easier for d...

The Guide to Eviction Moratoriums in Philadelphia: What Landlords Should Know

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Evictions have always been complicated. As a landlord, you and your tenants are bound by a lease agreement, and in order to terminate that lease agreement and remove a tenant from your property, you need to have a good reason. Most evictions are done because the tenant has stoppe...

Furnishing Your Philadelphia Rental: Is It Worth the Investment?

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, June 19, 2024

To furnish or not to furnish. That is the question. Shakespeare paraphrasing aside, this is an important question for rental property owners. When it comes to buying rental properties, one important factor to consider is furnishing your rental property. Is it worth the investment...

The Benefits of Pet-Friendly Rentals in Philadelphia

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, June 5, 2024

People feel pretty strongly about their pets. Maybe you're an animal lover yourself. That doesn't mean you want animals taking up residence in your investment property. We have encountered landlords who are eager to welcome pets and those who are extremely hesitant. It...

Philadelphia's Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods for Property Investment

By Innovate Realty & Property Management Wednesday, May 22, 2024

As a real estate investor looking for a profitable investment property in Philadelphia, you need to understand the nuances of this market, and the difference that a neighborhood can make. Philadelphia is a city with a lot of diversity in population, industry, economy, and housing...