When it comes to showing your rental property, there are some essential things to keep in mind. Take it from our team of certified property managers that have gone through the process hundreds of times. From before your rental applicants arrive up until they leave, there are specific steps you need to follow to maximize your time management and quickly weed out the less desirable renters. 1. Preparation is Key First off, be prepared. When showing a rental property, it is always a good idea to spend a few minutes to make sure your ducks are in a row. Make a checklist if you have to. Do I h ..read more

On paper, becoming a landlord seems like a no brainer. It’s an excellent way to generate extra income and to build your wealth. However, it doesn’t feel like such a great idea when you have to deal with problem tenants or an unexpected event, like a flooded basement. As a property management services company, we’ve seen firsthand hundreds of cases of what landlords have to deal with. In that time, we have found some helpful dos and don’ts for landlords. When properly planned and managed, an income property can provide an additional revenue stream throughout your working life and in retirement ..read more

The rental market is incredibly active these days. With rising housing prices, it makes more and more economic sense for people to rent. As a property management company in Midland, we have seen firsthand how confusing the rental market can be, especially for first-time renters. Even if you have rented before, it is likely that you will still be caught off guard by a few curve balls due to the current state of the rental market.  Tips From a Rental Property Management Company Here are a few things to consider before dipping your toes into the rental pool. 1. Set Your Budget We are sta ..read more

Your tickets are booked, your bags are packed, you’re dreaming of spending two weeks poolside – you are vacation-ready! One question: who is checking in on your house while you are gone? Property checks are an essential consideration but are not typically top of mind for most vacationers. We like to think of a property check like wearing a helmet playing pond hockey. Most days, you can roll the dice and come out just fine. But, hit one rut or trip over one stick, and you’ll be wishing that you had that safety net. As a property management company in Midland, a popular cottage destination, we ..read more

Being a landlord can certainly be a rollercoaster ride. Whether you like it or not, your tenants can take you through the highs, the lows, and a hundred loops in between. If you are thinking of investing in an income property, or if you already have a property and need some advice, the following quick guide can help you stay on track and get the most out of your rental property experience. 1. Take The Emotion Out of It You need to treat your rental property as an investment. Far too often, we encounter landlords that are converting their own place into a rental. Though it’s not inherently a b ..read more

We are at the time of year when you can hear a symphony of snow blowers as you eat your breakfast. Maybe this is the year you decided to hire a snow removal company to take care of your driveway and walkways. You shopped around and found the best deal. You saved a few hundred bucks. Time to sit back and let the snow fly. Just don’t ask yourself how you ended up with a price that is too good to be true. In your search for a snow removal company, you asked about price, you may have even asked how much snow has to fall before they come. But, like many others, you have completely forgotten about ..read more

Harbourview & Midland Council For some time now Harbourview has been attempting to get a by-law created in Midland to allow Multi Purpose Utility Vehicles on our roads.  We were recently granted an audience to speak with the council to shed some light on the situation in hopes of better understanding one another.  Simcoe.com published an article that can be found here (don’t forget to vote): https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9120926-should-rough-terrain-vehicles-be-allowed-on-midland-roads-/   Below is an open letter to the council members of the Town of Midland.   ..read more

Salt or Sand: Both salt and sand have been put to the test last winter.  It seems that every other week gave us a melt and then a refreeze.  Some weeks I should have laced up and skated to work.  But which product is best when it comes to eliminating the ice issues?  We at Harbourview have a new service to offer our clients this year.  To take the guess work out of it we offer both salt and sand (or a blend) depending on the weather conditions.  So if you’re busy, let us do the work!  Let’s take a look at why you might want one over the other, depending on th ..read more

Snowbird Checklist Do you have your snowbird checklist in order?  If you’re planning on heading south this year you’ll want to cover your bases at home before making the trip.  If you’re a veteran snowbird, you know that you don’t just pack your swimsuit and hit the road.  You need to make a few plans to be sure that not only the trip goes smoothly, but that everything is ready for you when you get back.  Make yourself a checklist to tick off item by item.  Breaking it down into three categories will help simplify the process and help so that nothing is overlooked. &nb ..read more

After the Storm: Our local climate can bring some pretty serious weather events leaving you discombobulated after the storm.  I know in our area power outages during one of these more violent bursts are not uncommon.  We have covered some generator dos and don’ts in past articles, but what should you do after the storm?  Here are a few things to consider before getting back to normal. First check out your appliances: It’s always a good idea to unplug any appliances before a big storm hits.  It will help save any electronic components from getting fried if there is a big su ..read more