When Does a Guest Become a Tenant in Texas?
Texas sets no fixed number of days before a guest becomes a tenant. Learn the warning signs, what changed in Austin, and the steps landlords should take before a long-term guest turns into a legal problem.
Should I Sell or Rent My House? The Massive Advantage of a Low Mortgage Rate
Should you sell or rent your house? Learn why keeping a 3% or 4% mortgage rate could give Austin homeowners a major financial advantage when turning a home into a rental.
Pros and Cons of Hiring a Property Management Company
Discover the pros and cons of hiring a property management company to help decide if professional management is right for your rental property.
What Does a Property Manager Do?
A property manager oversees the daily operations of a rental property on behalf of the owner. Their core responsibilities include […]
The Ultimate Guide to Tenant Screening in Texas
Tenant screening is one of the most important steps in protecting your rental investment. In a competitive market like Austin, […]
How to Cancel a Property Management Contract in Texas
Hiring a property manager was supposed to make your life easier. But what happens when it does the opposite? If […]
How Do Rental Property Management Companies Work with Out-of-State Investors?
Real estate investing has become a lot less local in recent years. This is due to emerging technologies that easily […]
How to Choose the Right Property Manager in Austin, TX
Owning rental property in Austin can be rewarding, but only if managed well. Effective management requires local knowledge and expertise. […]
New to Property Management? Here’s How to Manage Your First Rental Property in Austin, Texas
Are you thinking about how to manage your first rental property in Austin and need some guidance on where to […]
1836 PM ranked #1 in ABJ’s 2025 Best Places to Work (Micro Category)
For the third year in a row, 1836 Property Management, Austin’s premier property management company, has been recognized by the […]
What Are Property Management Fees and How Do They Impact Your Profitability?
Property management fees are some of the most misunderstood line items on real estate investors’ expense sheets. Knowing what you’re […]
Should My Real Estate Agent Handle My Lease Agreement?
If you own a rental property, you might wonder whether a real estate agent is the right professional to help […]
Are property management fees part of rental property tax deductions?
Taxes are unavoidable, but rental property tax deductions can help landlords save money. The saying goes that the only two […]
How Do Property Managers Effectively Track Property Maintenance and Repairs?
To stand out in real estate investing, managing property maintenance and repairs effectively is key to providing a rental home […]
How Many Steps Are There in the Property Management Process?
Some real estate investors believe they can self-manage their rental property to save costs. While this may save money short-term, […]
Top 7 Property Management Tips for Texas Real Estate Investors
In the world of real estate investment in Texas, mastering property oversight can significantly boost your success. If you are […]
Partnerships in Property Management that Improve the Investor Experience and Maximize Profits
Partnerships in property management are now invaluable assets, addressing the historically slow adoption of modern technologies in real estate and […]
Remote Property Management Turnaround: A Success Story with Dr. Christopher Marrocco
Dealing with single-family residential (SFR) real estate investing can be tough, especially with remote property management for multiple assets in […]
What do rental property owners want from an Austin property manager?
One of the biggest keys to success in SFR (single-family residential) real estate investing is ensuring that your rental property […]
1836 Property Management: A 2023 Company Recap
This year has been exciting for 1836 Property Management as we aimed to better serve all of our rental property […]
