Philadelphia Property Management Company Blog

Should rental property owner refund late fees?

Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia. Recently a tenant reached out overnight, realizing he missed the rent deadline by mere minutes. He’s asking for an exception, and while I’m inclined to grant it, there are significant risks involved. We have to treat every tenant equally […]

How to track the property management company managing your rental property.

Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia. When entrusting your property to a management company, ensuring transparency and accountability is paramount. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the necessity of obtaining photos from the management company. Whether it’s documenting maintenance work, move-out inspections, or property conditions, […]

How often can a rental property owner inspect the rental property?

Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia.  In discussions among property management company owners, there’s a notable debate about whether property owners should have unrestricted access to their properties, particularly when they’re rented out to tenants. At Grow Property Management Company, we’ve adopted a strict policy […]

What happens when a rental property owner dies?

Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia.  In managing properties, unexpected situations can arise that require a delicate balance of compassion and legal responsibility. Recently, Grow Property Management received a call from someone claiming to be the brother of a deceased property owner we manage. It […]

Don’t trust the agent selling a rental property to tell you how much it can rent for!

A real estate agent selling a rental property might have motivation to over exaggerate how much rent the property can get. A property manager might be a more reliable resource. Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia. A new client from Grow Property Management Company disagrees […]

Is there a risk using an unlicensed property management company to manage a rental property

Hi, there! Joe White here from Grow Property Management, your trusted property management company in Philadelphia. Brittany recently reached out with a concerning query regarding the legality of her property management company. She divulged that the company is unlicensed, prompting her to seek advice on the matter. First and foremost, it’s imperative to acknowledge that […]