PROPERTY MANAGEMENT BLOG

By Flat Fee Landlord - Thursday, November 20, 2025

At 1.4% YOY, single-family rent growth hits the lowest level in over 15 years

A recent report from Cotality, a leading property data and analytics provider, shows single-family rent growth in the United States has cooled significantly. That trend carries important implications for landlords and for Flat Fee Landlord clients, in particular.Cotality&rsq...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Monday, November 17, 2025

5 Red Flags to Spot in Rental Applications Every Landlord Must Know

Finding the right tenant is the foundation of a successful rental experience. But not all applicants are created equal, and missing warning signs can cost you thousands in lost rent, property damage, and legal headaches. Here are five red flags every landlord should watch for in ...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Wednesday, November 12, 2025

How to Handle Late Rent Like a Professional

Late rent is one of the most common challenges property owners face. It’s a delicate situation: you want to maintain a positive relationship with your tenants, but you also need to protect your investment and ensure consistent cash flow. After all, we all have bills to pay....

By Flat Fee Landlord - Monday, November 10, 2025

What Every Landlord Should Include in Their Lease Agreements

A strong lease agreement is the backbone of a successful rental experience. It protects your property, sets clear expectations, and helps prevent costly disputes. However, even experienced landlords can overlook key clauses that make all the difference when problems arise.&n...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Thursday, January 28, 2021

Five reasons why landlords NEED to hire a property manager in 2021

As 2020 approached with the unexpected there were many factors that affected landlords. In this video, I talk about the reasons you need to hire a property manager in 2021. If you'd like to learn more about our services or what we can do to relieve you from the COVID-19 ...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Sunday, February 10, 2019

Rent or Sell My Houston Home In 2019? Explained by Houston Property Manager.

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By Flat Fee Landlord - Sunday, January 20, 2019

Renting My Houston Property - Should I Use "My Agent" or Property Management Company

Visit http://www.houstonpropertymanager.com/ to learn more about the best property management company in Houston Texas, Flat Fee Landlord Houston! You can learn more about property management in Houston by visiting our Houston Property Management blog at http://www.houstonpropert...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Why Is My Houston Home Not Selling? Houston Property Manager Explains Why

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By Flat Fee Landlord - Friday, November 9, 2018

Houston Landlord Risk Reduction - 9 Month Tenant Assurance Program

One of the really great risk reduction programs that Flat Fee Landlord Houston offers with the “Platinum Package” is the 9 month tenant assurance that is included. This is a risk reduction program that I really want to highlight and let landlords know about since it c...

By Flat Fee Landlord - Monday, October 29, 2018

Top 5 Things To Look For When Screening A Tenant In Houston

Top 5 Things You Should Check When Renting Your Houston RentalYou would be surprised by the amount of landlords that I talk to who call our office once it’s already too late for them and they haven’t collected several months of rent. My first question usually follows ...