Property Management Blog

How to Convert Gutter Downspout into Rain Barrel

By Del Val Realty & Property Management Thursday, July 28, 2022

Did you know that 30% of water used by households goes toward irrigation and washing vehicles? Learning how to reduce the use of local water utilities can help minimize pollution and save money on the bill. And we all know that saving money on utilities can be significa...

Del Val Property Management - Mid Year Update

By Mike Lautensack Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Please see our mid-year update

Pros and Cons for Landlords Letting Fully-Furnished Apartments

By Jennifer Dawson Friday, July 15, 2022

Letting a fully furnished apartment can fetch you between 40% and 50% for short-term rentals, and 15% to 20% more for long-term ones. Both long- and short-term tenants generally prefer homes that contain all they need to live comfortably, including sofas, beds, dining tables and ...

What Renovations Can I Do If My Home Is Part Of An HOA?

By Jennifer Dawson Sunday, July 3, 2022

What Renovations Can I Do If My Home Is Part Of An HOA?Owning a property that’s part of an HOA is beneficial as they typically have a value that’s 5 to 6% higher than a non-HOA home, according to a study from George Mason University. Home renovations are popular becau...

Landlords: Tips for Managing Rent Increase in 2022

By Anna Griffin Saturday, June 25, 2022

Rental prices are increasing rapidly across the U.S., and it’s putting landlords and tenants in a very difficult position. Our Rental Price Update reflects that rental rates have gone up by 16.7% nationally, putting the median rent price at $1,827. In ...

Inflation Oh MY!

By Elisha Heebner Tuesday, June 21, 2022

2022 sure hasn’t been boring. Inflation rates are at 8.6%. How does this affect housing? If you guessed mortgage rates than you would be correct. The pandemic spoiled us with low interest rates. Really low. 2.75% low (for a 30-year mortgage). Today&...

Protecting Your Properties Through Eco-Upscaling

By Jennifer Dawson Friday, June 17, 2022

Protecting Your Properties Through Eco-UpscalingPhiladelphia’s location within the Delaware Valley puts it at significant risk of environmental disaster. Indeed, as Wharton outlines, flooding remains the greatest environmental risk posed to properties across the city - and ...

Real Estate Agents: Learn the 10 Skills You Need to Close 25 Deals Per Year

By Mike Lautensack Friday, June 10, 2022

Learn the 10 skills you need to work with real estate investors.

UPDATE ON THE SURFSIDE, FLORIDA CONDO COLLAPSE – DON’T LET THIS HAPPEN TO YOUR ASSOCIATION

By Elisha Heebner Wednesday, June 8, 2022

I am sure everyone remembers the tragic events of last June in Surfside Florida, when a partial collapse killed 98 people at The Champlain Towers Condominiums.The cause of the collapse appears to be a combination of poor design, poor construction, and poor maintenance. ...