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Why Does Owning a Rental in Oxford Feel Like a Second Job?

You bought a house in Oxford so your kid had a place at Ole Miss. They graduated, the market stayed strong, and you kept it as a rental. The plan seem...

There Is No Partnership. That's What Tonight's Oxford Housing Debate Was Really About.

Correction: An earlier version of this post stated that university leadership had appeared at the Affordable Housing Commission one time. After refere...

The Repair That Could Have Killed Someone: What It Tells You About Cheap HVAC Work

We've had this conversation more than once.An HVAC goes down. Our vendor goes out, assesses the unit, finds multiple issues, and we give the owner...

How Much Rent Can I Get for My Property in Oxford, MS?

It depends. And I know that's not the answer you want, but it's the honest one. The real number depends on your property, your timing, and how...

Why Home Warranties Don’t Work for Rental Properties

When homeowners hear the phrase home warranty, it sounds like peace of mind, a safety net when something expensive breaks. But in the world of propert...

35 Questions to Ask a Property Manager (and How We Answer Them)

Choosing a property manager is a big decision, but knowing what to ask can be just as challenging. Property management companies often use the same te...

I’m a Property Manager — Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Hire One

There are many bad property managers out there. If you can’t find a good one, you shouldn’t hire one. I’ve been in property manageme...

Clean Move-Outs Don’t Start at Move-Out

In Oxford, MS, turn season is intense. Most rental properties flip in the span of just a few days between late July and early August, and it’s n...

Why Accepting Pets Is One of the Smartest Decisions a Rental Owner Can Make

Most owners who tell me they do not want pets in their property are not being unreasonable. They are being cautious. They picture soiled or torn carpe...

If Affordable Housing Doesn't Exist, How Long Before Oxford Loses Its Soul?

Photo courtesy of Jim Hendrix, oxphoto.orgAs a property management company that’s grown up right alongside Oxford, we see the heartbeat of ...

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