Blog Author: Elly Johnson

With rent skyrocketing nationwide in recent years, many people are looking for more affordable areas for their next rental. Finding affordable housing can be a challenge, but new trends in Bellingham, WA are showing some hope for renters in the city. In October 2022, rental costs in Bellingham’s ZIP code area 98225 actually decreased from $1,850 to $1,600 according to RentHub. While this is …

In the Pacific Northwest, earthquakes are a serious risk. These natural disasters can cause thousands of dollars in damage and come at unexpected times. All homeowners in this area surely have a lurking fear of “the big one”, but are your homes properly prepared for the next earthquake? Earthquake preventative measures have improved dramatically in the construction industry in previous decades, but there are …

In the last few years, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a buying flurry in the housing market nationwide, and Orange County was certainly no exception. CEO and partner of Active Realty in Irvine, Suzanne Seini, has insider experience with the chaos of the Orange County housing market in recent years. “Over the past couple of years, we saw a lot of buyers experience heartbreak,” Seini …

Sedona, Arizona, a popular vacation town, is currently in the midst of a housing crisis. In an attempt to increase available housing for Sedona workers, the local government is offering stipends to vacation landlords in the area. The stipend applies to landlords who currently have vacation or Airbnb style rentals. Homeowners can receive up to $10,000 for a three-bedroom house, or $3,000 for a …

Maximizing retention rates in multifamily complexes means making residents feel like they’re at home. The design elements of shared spaces and common areas have a massive impact on first impressions and how residents feel living in the building. If you want to stand above the competition and make residents feel welcome, you should consider ways to wow residents with interior design features. Minneapolis interior …

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Los Angeles enacted emergency protections for tenants, restricting evictions and rent increases during the state of emergency. On October 4th, the city council voted unanimously to approve a package of recommendations from a council committee, including ending these tenant protections. The vote followed a public comment session featuring tenants advocating for continued protections as …

San Francisco is well known as one of the hippest urban centers on the West Coast. The music scene in San Francisco is second to few; any touring band coming anywhere near the city is sure to have a show at one of the numerous venues around the city. If you live in San Francisco, or you’re planning a visit, this is your guide …

Even though it may seem intimidating at first, purchasing raw land is not as scary of an investment as you might think. By familiarizing yourself with some important considerations when it comes to buying raw land and knowing how to do the proper research, you can open up a wide variety of investment opportunities. One of the most important things is surrounding yourself with …

The city of Spokane, Washington has a thriving and vibrant arts scene, with the biggest art form throughout the city being murals. You can spot hundreds of murals around the streets of Spokane, each telling their own story. Many of the city’s murals are inspired by the region’s natural elements and their interaction with humanity. Murals as an art form offer a great sense …

With inflation and skyrocketing rental costs in recent years, budget concerns are a major driving force in renters’ decisions in 2022. Higher costs of living are causing many people to seek out rentals in new locations. According to a Redfin survey, as many as 64% of renters reported that inflation is impacting their moving plans, and 62% were concerned about rising rent costs. One …