Apartment Rentals: Prepping the Property

You now have your first property, and you need to fill the vacancy. Do you know what is required to attract a good tenant? A rule of thumb to follow is to prepare the apartment as though you were going to live in the space yourself. That means it should be freshly cleaned, everything in good repair, and ready to move-in condition.

A professional property management team will know exactly what is needed to attract tenants. They will also have the professionals and marketing systems in place to accomplish the task quickly and minimize the amount of time the apartment is vacanct.

Things to consider in preparing to rent your property include:

• Does it need to be completely painted or just touched up?
• Can the carpets be cleaned, or do they need to be replaced?
• Are window treatments in good condition, or needing replacement?
• What is the condition of the kitchen appliances and cabinets?
• Are the plumbing and electrical systems in good working order and safe?
• How appealing is the exterior of the building?

Everyone has their own tastes and preferences. Your apartment needs to be appealing to the largest number of prospective tenants as possible. This usually means neutral colors on the walls and floors. This doesn't mean your apartment has to be bland; you still need to make it standout so that it is memorable to any prospects that view your apartment.

Our experience in preparing apartments to rent has been built up over years of working with a variety of landlords and properties in the Vancouver area. Learn more about how our experience can benefit you by contacting us today.