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August
26

There's nothing worse than facing a summer with a broken (or even just struggling) air conditioning unit. Ask any one of our property managers, and they'll list it as the most popular complaint of the season. The good news is that there are several steps that you can take as a renter to avoid having issues with your air conditioning unit. As it turns out, a little bit of TLC goes a very long way.

In this article, we'll focus on eleven simple steps that you can take to help keep your air conditioner in tip-top condition. Most of these can easily be added to your Google or another calendar program to keep the reminders front and center.

  1. Change air filters regularly. In most cases, this means once each month. In some instances (and with certain specialty filters) these intervals might be 60 or even 90 days. If in doubt, revisit the terms of your l...

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March
2

5 Tax Breaks That Homeowners Get & Renters Don't

There are a ton of benefits of owning a home: stability, equity and the ability toleverage your home for other goals and investments. Another huge benefit of homeownership is the tax benefits - including both credits and deductions.

If you're looking for one more reason to make 2016 the year you transition from tenant to owner, here are a fast five that you can choose from...
 

Tax Break #1: Mortgage Interest Deductions


Unfortunately, rent paid is rarely tax deductible. Mortgage interest on the other hand, is ALWAYS deductible. According to a recent article by Dona DeZube, at the end of every year, the average homeowner has paid $9,540 in interest on their mortgage.

Add to that the fact that in the first few years, nea...

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March
1

7 Rental Property Deductions That Landlords Often Overlook

 
There's an awful lot of sweat equity associated with owning a rental property. There are often mortgages to pay, taxes and insurance, maintenance and repairs, management fees, costs associated with visiting the property and more. The good news is that many of these annual expenses can be deducted when tax t...

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May
4

St. Augustine Real Estate Solutions
With beautiful beaches, great golf and an amazing history, St. Augustine is one of the First Coast's most coveted communities to call home.

Whether you're seeking St. Augustine real estate for business or personal reasons, we here at Signature Realty & Management offer an extensive selection of real estate services and solutions you can choose from:

  • Residential & Commercial Property Management
  • Homeowners' & Condo Association Management
  • Residential & Commercial Leasing
  • Small Apartment Management Services
  • Residential & Commercial Sales

Don't settle for a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Get St. Augustine real estate guidance that's customized to meet your individual needs.

We can help you:

  • Obtain multiple representative options AND negotiate on your behalf
  • Effectively market your property through a vast network of online and off-line promotional outlets
  • Find local and/or national lenders and mortgage brokers
  • Locate available properties for rent or for sale all along Florida's First Coast
  • Contact local or national builders on your behalf
  • List your property with the MLS
  • Find qualified attorneys or closing agents
  • Evaluate home warranty options for both buyers and sellers
  • Recommend licensed appraisers, home inspectors and home repair service providers

We have a total of four different offices covering the First Coast with our St. Augustine Office located in the World Golf Village. For more information on how we here at Signature Realty & Management can meet your St. Augustine real estate needs, please contact us using the form to your right and we'll connect you with an Agent, Property Manager or Community Association Manager that can provide you with the guidance and direction you need to make an informed decision.

Won't you come join us and experience the Signature Difference?


April
3

What Are You Looking For in a St. Augustine Property Manager?
When you rent your home to boost your income, you need a St. Augustine property manager that's an asset - not a liability!

Selecting the perfect property manager is a process that requires a little due diligence and direction.

As you evaluate each potential Jacksonville and St. Augustine property manager, here are some critical questions you need to ask and answer:

  1. Is your St. Augustine property manager a member of NARPM - the National Association of Residential Property Managers? We are and long have been...
  2. Is your property manager bound by the Realtor Code of Ethics? Each of our Agents and Managers is...
  3. How long can you wait to receive your funds? Here at Signature Realty & Management, we send out owner funds by the 12th of each month.
  4. Does the property manager perform thorough and complete move-in and interim inspections? We do. Not only do we perform the inspections and maintenance documentation, we'll even provide you with regular digital photos of your property, as needed.
  5. What kind of (and how much) marketing will your property receive? Not only do we list your property on more than 40 of the Internet's hottest real estate hubs, we also incorporate more traditional "brick-and-mortar" into our exciting Marketing Mix. We even have a dedicated Real Estate Marketing Coordinator on our staff!
  6. Is the property manager available 24/7? Rental issues aren't constrained to the typical 9:00-5:00 schedule. If your tenant or property needs help, we're here to provide it, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  7. Will you have the final say and adequate input in the tenant selection and approval process? We don't move someone in to your home until you've given them the seal of approval.
  8. Will you receive monthly financial statements AND written home maintenance reports? We do all of this while offering you access to multiple accounting software programs, a free legal hotline, detailed year-end reports and much, much more!

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We have a St. Augustine property manager standing by, ready to answer all of these questions and more. If you're looking for a St. Augustine property management firm that offers:

  1. Management Planning
  2. Complete Marketing, on- and off-line
  3. Multiple Inspections
  4. Property Maintenance
  5. Rental Collections
  6. Computerized Accounting
  7. Tenant Retention
  8. Monthly Financial Reporting &
  9. Qualified & Licensed Managers
...then simply fill out this simple form or contact our World Golf Village Office directly at 904-940-9882. 
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