How One Bad House Can Drag Down an Entire Block’s Value
One distressed house can drag down an entire block’s property values. Here’s a real Philadelphia example — and why the worst house on a good block can be the best investment.
Month: July 2026
Rittenhouse Square Property Management: What Landlords Need to Know
Rittenhouse Square is Philadelphia’s most prestigious rental market — and it demands a completely different management approach. Here’s what landlords need to know.
Should You Give a Tenant a Rent Credit for a Repair?
A tenant’s water main broke and the owner wants to comp a full month of rent. Should you? Here’s how I actually handle repairs and rent credits.
Why Tenants With Bad Attorneys Hurt Everyone (Including Themselves)
Tenants with free attorneys often think they’re off the hook — but bad legal advice ends up hurting both the tenant and the landlord. Here’s why.
Philadelphia Property Management Fees in 2025: Real Costs, Hidden Charges & How to Compare
Philadelphia property management fees run 6% to 10% of rent — but the headline rate is rarely what you actually pay. Here’s the real 2025 breakdown.
Philadelphia Rental License Penalties: What Happens If You Skip It
Renting without a Philadelphia rental license can cost you $300/day in fines — or triple every rent dollar you’ve ever collected. Here’s what actually happens.
What Happens to the Tenant When a Rental Property Is Sold?
A tenant asked what happens to her lease now that her rental property has been sold. Here’s exactly what the new owner can — and can’t — do.
Can a Tenant Move In Before the Lease Start Date?
A tenant told me she could move in before her lease start date because the lease didn’t prohibit it. Here’s why that logic is wrong — and when early move-ins actually make sense.
