Thorough and Modern Tenant Screening Techniques in Honolulu
Placing the wrong tenant in your rental property will not only cause you stress, it could also cost you a lot of money. A good tenant will pay rent on time, help you maintain the home, stay in place for the long term, and follow the terms of your lease. A bad tenant, however, will…
Read MoreAvoid Violating Honolulu Law: Convert Your Short Term Rental Property to a Long Term Rental Property
Hawaii is a popular vacation spot, and many homeowners in the area have taken advantage of that by renting out their properties or rooms in their homes illegally over the last few years.
Read MoreWhy Owners Should Rent Their Honolulu Property Instead of Leaving it Vacant
When you have a Honolulu property that you’re not currently using and you don’t want to sell, it’s a good idea to rent it out. Renting your property can result in extra income, long term ROI, and possibly lower your liability. If you choose to leave your property vacant, you run the risk of deterioration,…
Read MoreMaintenance Coordination Tips – Small to Large Projects in Honolulu
Every property requires routine maintenance, and if you’re working with a professional Honolulu property management company, you can count on all of your repair needs being coordinated and handled by licensed and insured vendors and contractors. If you’re managing your own property, you’ll need a plan and a budget in place to keep your investment…
Read MoreWhy You Should Rent vs. Sell Your Honolulu Property
Homeowners decide to sell their properties for a number of different reasons. They might be downsizing during retirement or looking for a larger property to accommodate a growing family. Many Honolulu homeowners move out of the city for work or family reasons, or to fulfill their military orders. When your circumstances change, it’s easy to…
Read MoreWhy Honolulu Real Estate Professionals Should Send Referrals to HappyDoors Property Management
At HappyDoors Property Management, we work closely with real estate agents to keep their clients happy and their clients’ properties protected. If you’re a Realtor working with property owners who decide that renting out a home makes more sense than selling it, we hope you’ll consider referring that owner to our talented and qualified property…
Read MoreWhen is the Best Time to Rent Out Your Honolulu Property?
The market plays a huge role in how quickly you can lease your Honolulu rental property, and the seasons also have an impact on finding a good tenant and charging the highest possible rent. Honolulu investors should take note that there is a large military presence in Hawaii. Our rental market really revolves around two main influences; school schedules and the influx of military personnel coming to the islands.
Read MoreTenant Damages vs. Normal Wear and Tear: How to Spot the Difference as a Honolulu Landlord
One of the things that Honolulu owners find so frustrating is the term normal wear and tear. This is vague, imprecise, and subject to what the courts determine. Generally, it’s the accumulation of normal wear that occurs when someone occupies and uses your property. It’s deterioration that would happen even if you were living there yourself.
Read MoreThe Move-In and Move-Out Process: Honolulu Landlord Advice
Honolulu owners need to have a consistent and well-documented system in place for move-in and move-out inspections. This is critical when deciding how much of the security deposit will go back to the tenant, and it also allows you to preserve the condition of your property and ensure it’s maintained.
Read MoreWhat Can a Landlord in Honolulu Deduct from a Security Deposit?
If there is going to be a dispute between Honolulu landlords and Honolulu tenants, it will likely revolve around the security deposit. It’s important to have excellent documentation and to understand the difference between tenant damage and normal wear and tear when you’re inspecting your property before a tenant moves in and after a tenant moves out.
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