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Author: Matt Leschber

Visionary & Finance Broker, Founder Matt Leschber is the Founder and Visionary of 1836 Property Management, which he built from the ground up into one of Austin’s leading property management firms. With nearly two decades of experience helping others invest—and more than 15 years as an investor himself—Matt is passionate about empowering others to grow their wealth through real estate. A Texas native and proud Austinite, he brings local expertise, community connection, and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and leadership to everything he does.

Flooring Investment: The Right Choice to Reduce Vacancy

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Making the right flooring investment is crucial for attracting tenants and cutting down on vacancy time. As an investment property […]

Should My Real Estate Agent Handle My Lease Agreement?

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If you own a rental property, you might wonder whether a real estate agent is the right professional to help […]

Maximizing Property Longevity Through Effective Preventative Maintenance Strategies

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If you want your rental property to last for a long time, you must stay on top of preventative maintenance. […]

Budget for Property Maintenance: How Much to Set Aside for Repairs

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If you’re new to real estate investing, you might wonder how to budget for property maintenance properly. After all, your […]

Are property management fees part of rental property tax deductions?

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Taxes are unavoidable, but rental property tax deductions can help landlords save money. The saying goes that the only two […]

Avoid These Five Mistakes Landlords in Austin TX Make

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Real estate investment is often considered an excellent way to make money and build generational wealth, which is why people […]

How Do Property Managers Effectively Track Property Maintenance and Repairs?

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To stand out in real estate investing, managing property maintenance and repairs effectively is key to providing a rental home […]

2024 Year-in-Review and 2025 Outlook

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It might be hard to believe, but 2024 quickly came to a close and 2025 is already off to an […]

Abide by the Golden Rule of Real Estate Investing

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Have you heard of the golden rule of real estate investing? “Do unto others as you would have them do […]

Austin Real Estate Investment: Why It’s Still One of the Best Cities for Investors

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Real estate has long been proven to be one of the best ways to generate wealth, and Austin real estate […]

Maximize Tax Deductions: How to Record Bills with 1836 Property Management

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Owning a property involves making smart financial decisions, including taking advantage of tax deductions to maximize your savings. As tax […]

Do You Have Mold at Your Rental? How to Know and What to Do

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Many of us take clean indoor air for granted. We may not understand that inside our homes, it’s possible for […]

How Many Steps Are There in the Property Management Process?

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Some real estate investors believe they can self-manage their rental property to save costs. While this may save money short-term, […]

The Austin Landlord’s Guide to Finding Good Renters

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If you want to be consistently successful in real estate investing, you need to find a solid tenant for your […]

Expand Your Rental Portfolio and Create Generational Wealth

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So much focus in the investment world is given to traditional investments such as stocks and bonds. With so much […]

Want to Cut Rising Maintenance Costs?

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Top Tactics with an Austin Property Management Partner Landlords across the country were enjoying the spoils of the last few […]

Top 7 Property Management Tips for Texas Real Estate Investors

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In the world of real estate investment in Texas, mastering property oversight can significantly boost your success. If you are […]

Texas Property Code Compliance: What You Need to Know as a Rental Owner

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As an Austin rental property owner, it’s extremely important that you remain in compliance with the Texas property code. Doing […]

Austin rental property: Is Austin a good location for your next investment?

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The Austin real estate market gets a lot of attention, and for good reason. It’s one of the most sought-after […]

What Should I Do if My Investment Property Suffers from Poor Property Management?

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Partnering with a property management company is one of the best decisions you can make in SFR (single-family residential) real […]

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