Property Management Blog

Rental Market Trends in Salt Lake City

By Hero Property Management Friday, December 19, 2025

Staying up to date on current market trends can be exhausting. Things are constantly changing, and the market is not the same as it used to be. The trend used to be that rent prices increased yearly, but that trend hasn’t happened this past year. It is important to understa...

What Home Improvements Help to Increase Rent

By Hero Property Management Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Keeping up with the needs of a property can be overwhelming. Regular wear and tear occurs, and maintenance needs can add up. It can be hard to keep up with rent trends when your property is behind in upgrades. You don’t want to increase vacancy periods, so it’s diffic...

How a Property Management Company Can Help You Manage Your Out-of-State Rental in Utah

By Hero Property Management Thursday, December 11, 2025

Owning a rental property in Utah while living in another state can be daunting. From navigating local laws, handling tenant needs, and maintaining the home year-round can bring its own set of challenges. Hiring a property manager who is local to your rental can be a life changer ...

Lease Renewal Strategies: How to Keep Good Tenants

By Hero Property Management Monday, November 24, 2025

No homeowner likes their property to be vacant. There are utility bills and mortgage payments that have to be paid. Increased vacancy periods mean less money coming in to help cover the costs of owning a home. The best way to avoid losing money associated with vacancy is to keep ...

5 Red Flags to Watch for When Renting Out Your Property

By Hero Property Management Friday, November 14, 2025

Renting out your property can be a very stressful experience. It’s scary to let someone live in your home that you don’t know anything about. That’s why the application experience is incredibly important. Be sure you watch out for these red flags as you go about...

Fair Housing: How to Avoid Discrimination

By Hero Property Management Friday, October 31, 2025

When it comes to renting out your house, it can be hard to keep up with all of the rules and regulations that are involved. Discrimination is everywhere, and you may do it without even realizing it. It is important to stay informed and understand all of the protected classes. The...

The Louisiana Case: What it Means for the Future of Emotional Support Animals

By Hero Property Management Wednesday, October 22, 2025

A recent court case that took place in Louisiana has opened the floodgates of curiosity for the future of ESA’s, otherwise known as Emotional Support Animals. This one case opened our eyes to the future of what ESA’s could be. Before we discuss what the rulings of thi...

Upgrades to your rental

By Hero Property Management Tuesday, September 23, 2025

In the market today, it seems to be harder to find a tenant. With fewer people looking and more rentals becoming available, how can you make your rental the perfect choice for those who come across it? Of course, the first answer is price. Be sure that your unit is listed at a co...

The Cost to Manage a Property Yourself vs Hiring a Property Management Company

By Hero Property Management Friday, September 19, 2025

Being a homeowner comes with a range of challenges, especially when you want to rent out your home to someone else. Deciding on what would be best for your individual needs can be a daunting task. One way to help you make a decision is to perform a cost-benefit analysis by listin...

Pets in Rentals

By Hero Property Management Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Every owner of a rental wants their property to be filled and taken care of. Finding that tenant is important and starts from the time of advertising. It used to be very common to add to the listing, no pets allowed, but that could be the very reason that your unit is not being f...