Nobody tells you how much waiting is involved in getting a mortgage. You picture signing some papers and getting keys, but the reality is a multi-week process full of document requests, verification calls, and the occasional moment where you’re refreshing your email wondering why nobody has responded in three days. Having gone through it myself … Read more
At some point, every landlord ends up staring at the same decision: keep handling everything yourself, or hand it off to a property management company and give up a slice of your rental income for the privilege. I’ve gone back and forth on this more than once with different properties, and the honest answer is … Read more
The first time I sat across from a loan officer and heard a mortgage rate quoted, I remember thinking the number seemed almost arbitrary — like it was pulled from thin air based on nothing more than the day of the week. It’s not arbitrary, though it can definitely feel that way. There’s a real … Read more
Every year around renewal time, I go through the same ritual: open the new premium notice, wince a little, and then spend an evening trying to figure out why it went up again. If you’ve done the same thing, you already know the frustrating part — insurers rarely explain themselves. The rate just changes, and … Read more
Buying home insurance is one of those tasks most people put off until the last possible minute — usually right before closing on a house, when there’s already a hundred other things demanding attention. I get it. Insurance isn’t exactly exciting reading. But if you rush through it, you can end up either overpaying for … Read more
A Real Resident’s Honest Take on Life at the Top Let me start with a confession: I almost didn’t choose Summit Apartments. The name felt a little fancy. The website made everything look perfect—too perfect, you know? I was worried it was one of those places that looks amazing in photos but falls apart the … Read more
Hey there, future Casper resident. If you’re typing “Casper Wyoming Apartments For Rent” into Google, you’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and that familiar stress of finding a new place to call home. I get it. I’ve been a property manager and rental blogger across the West for over a decade, and I’ve helped … Read more
1. Why Specialized Software Matters for STR Hosts Managing short-term rentals is a juggling act—calendars to update, guest messages to reply to, pricing to adjust, and maintenance to schedule. This isn’t your typical long-term scenario. You need software designed specifically for fast-paced, guest-focused workflows. A great STR PMS gives you: Let’s explore the best platforms … Read more
Managing rental properties can quickly become overwhelming, especially if you’re handling everything alone. That’s where Simple Property Management Software comes in. For small landlords, choosing the right property management software for small landlords can save time, reduce stress, and automate daily tasks like rent collection, tenant communication, and maintenance tracking. In this 2026 guide, I’ll … Read more
The Good, The Bad, and The Stuff You’d Only Know From Living Here You know that feeling when you’re pulling into your apartment complex after a long day, and you actually feel… relieved? Like, “ah, I’m home” relieved? That’s how I feel almost every night at Eagle Rock Apartments. Which is funny, because when I … Read more