Property Management Blog

Landlord Secrets Are Not Secrets Anymore!

By Harumi Russell Monday, February 26, 2024

Mike Lautensack, Broker and owner of Del Val Realty's Property Management (“Del Val”) has written a book titled, Landlord Secrets (available on Amazon). Mike shares Del Val’s proceduresand his expertise ...

Top 5 Benefits of Hiring a Property Management Company Today

By Preeti Raj Kumar Monday, February 26, 2024

Hiring a property can help take some of that stress off your shoulders. They'll make sure your portfolio remains well cared for, gets the right tenants, and earns its keep. But if you're still on the fence, you might still not realize the extent to which a property manage...

Embracing February: Honoring Black History & Embracing Love

By Cha'ron Reid Friday, February 9, 2024

February is such a vibrant month, filled with opportunities to celebrate history, culture, and the bonds of love. As we delve into Black History Month, it's a time to reflect on the incredible contributions and achievements of Black individuals throughout history. Let's t...

Can I Trim My Neighbor’s Tree?

By Chrystele DeSouza Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Property laws and regulations regarding tree trimming can vary, but as a general rule, you typically do not have the legal right to trim your neighbor's tree without their permission. In Pennsylvania, property laws are likely to follow common principles of property rights and...

Here's Why Crypto Currency may save the Housing market

By Kevin Stone Wednesday, January 31, 2024

The real estate market is undergoing significant changes, marked by an increase in commercial real estate vacancies and a surge in interest rates. In the midst of this transformation, a noteworthy trend has emerged, capturing the attention of investors and home buyers alike: the ...

All Aboard, Property Investors!

By Harumi Russell Monday, January 29, 2024

Greetings from Del Val Realty & Property Management (aka “Del Val”) in Malvern, PA!Several years ago, I wrote a blog asking, “What is your time worth?” In this day and age, that question is more important than ever if you’re an investor who...

Pennsylvania’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

By Chrystele DeSouza Monday, January 22, 2024

Did you know that the weatherization measures are provided at no cost to the homeowner or tenant?The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in Pennsylvania is a federally funded initiative designed to assist low-income households in making their homes more energy-efficient. The ...

Revolutionizing Property Management: A Dive into Technology Advancement

By Preeti Raj Kumar Thursday, January 18, 2024

In the dynamic world of property management, technology is reshaping the landscape at an unprecedented pace. Let's take a brief journey into one of the key tech advancements revolutionizing the industry:Property Management Software- - Advanced software solutions l...

Navigating Snow Removal Responsibilities for Landlords and Tenants in Philadelphia with Del Val Real...

By Cha'ron Reid Tuesday, January 16, 2024

With snow on the forecast for this week, at Del Val Realty and Property Management, we strive to be more than just a property management service – we aim to provide valuable resources and information to empower both landlords and tenants. In this week's feature, did you...

The 20 Largest PM Companies - Del Val is #6

By Del Val Realty & Property Management Friday, January 12, 2024

This is a list of the twenty largest residential property management companies (only counting 3rd party doors). It excludes large apartment buildings because I’m focused on “scattered-site” units (SF and small MF).Obviously this list is incomplete, but we have t...

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