by Peter Lohmann | Aug 3, 2026 | Inspections, Owner Education, Property Maintenance, Property Management Education
A slow leak under a bathroom sink costs a few dollars to fix in March. Left alone until December, it can cost $3,000 in subfloor and drywall repairs. The difference between those two outcomes is usually one thing: whether anyone looked. TL;DR A quarterly rental...
by Peter Lohmann | Jul 17, 2026 | Asset Management, Inspections, Owner Education, Property Maintenance
A refrigerator dies at the worst possible time, mid-lease, on a Friday. Here’s the rule RLPM’s maintenance team uses to decide whether a failing appliance gets fixed or replaced, before it becomes an emergency. TL;DR Replace an appliance once it’s...
by Peter Lohmann | Jun 12, 2026 | Inspections, Owner Education
The tenancy starts the moment a tenant picks up the keys. What you document in the next 30 minutes will determine whether you have any legal standing at move-out (or none at all). TL;DR A move-in inspection creates the documented baseline that makes security deposit...
by Peter Lohmann | Feb 13, 2026 | Inspections, Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Property Maintenance, Tenant Education
Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and local codes can change, and their application may vary based on specific circumstances. Property owners should consult a...
by Peter Lohmann | Sep 29, 2025 | Inspections, Owner Education, Property Maintenance, Property Management Education
Every week your property sits vacant, you’re losing income and momentum. Yet many landlords, especially accidental or first-time investors, underestimate what it truly takes to make a property “rent-ready.” In Columbus, Ohio, particularly in desirable A and B...
by Peter Lohmann | May 5, 2025 | Inspections, Property Maintenance, Property Management Education
Most landlords anticipate a few cleaning and repair expenses when a tenant moves out. But what many don’t realize is just how expensive rental turnovers can become when all the hidden costs are added up. From extended vacancies and utility coordination to marketing,...
