Property Management Blog

Things to Consider When Choosing a Leasing Agent

46% of the nation's 49.5 million rental housing units are on small properties. A small real estate property is defined as having at least one and up to four units. The majority of these small properties are headed up by solo landlords.If you are one of these mom-and-pop landl...

What Do Landlords Need to Know about Security Deposits?

The average charge for a security deposit across most of North America is one month's rent. Of course, some landlords charge more than that, but it might be due to extenuating circumstances. In New York, the rules are quite strict about the security deposit being no more than...

3 Reasons to Work With Community Association Management in Melville, NY

As of 2021, there were 358,000 neighborhoods in the US with HOA (homeowners association) boards.If your neighborhood has an HOA board, they'll take on various responsibilities and make it a better place to live. With that in mind, they're likely members of your community ...

4 Things to Include in Your Agenda for HOA Meetings in Melville, NY

With over 84% of homes in Melville, N.Y., being owned rather than rented, it is more likely than not to be part of a homeowner's association.Living in an HOA community is just the start, you can also join the board to make major decisions. If you are a member or thinking of b...

What's Next After Buying Your First Rental Property in Melville, New York?

Are you a real estate investor who just purchased your first rental property in Melville, NY? You may have bought it just in time.There is a big push being made to redevelop certain parts of Melville, NY at this time. If all goes according to plan, there could be new job opportun...

Pros and Cons of Allowing Pets in Your Rental Property in Melville, New York

Have you heard that two-thirds of American households own one or more pets?In the bustling suburb of Melville, New York, many landlords face a recurring dilemma. Should they permit pets in a rental property? The decision to permit pets can have a huge impact on a landlord's b...

Learn About PMI Lighthouse’s Six Property Management Guarantees

Are you a property manager or owner in Long Island looking for the best property management solution that helps you manage your property efficiently and effectively? At PMI Lighthouse, we know how challenging managing a second property (or third, or fourth, or more!) on Long Isla...

Staying Safe on the Water around Long Island: 5 Tips for Safe Boating

Summer isn’t too far away here on Long Island, and there is no better way to enjoy it than by hitting the open waters! Many property managers and rental property owners in Huntington, Smithtown, Babylon, Islip, Brookhaven, and all over Long Island come back from a winter of sno...

Spring Maintenance: 5 Tips for Long Island Rental Property Owners

Spring is just around the corner! If you’re a rental property owner on Long Island in the Huntington, Smithtown, Babylon, Islip, Brookhaven, Riverhead, Southampton and East Hampton townships, there’s a good chance you might have spent much of the winter living the snowbird li...

Suffolk County has the Best Parks on Long Island

If you’re in need of some outdoor fun and relaxation on Long Island, look no further than Suffolk County. With its diverse array of parks, recreation centers and nature reserves, Suffolk has plenty of activities to keep you busy all year long. Whether your preference is a day a...