Posts by Aimee Metzler

MLS Press Release Multiple Listing Service of the Houston Association of REALTORS® includes residential properties and new homes listed by 37,000 REALTORS® HOUSTON HOME RENTALS SOAR IN FEBRUARY WHILE SALES RECOVER Sales of single-family homes in the $500K-$750K range perform best HOUSTON — (March 13, 2019) — After a generally mixed performance in January, the Houston…

Why Pipe Freezing is a Problem Water has a unique property in that it expands as it freezes. This expansion puts tremendous pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. No matter the strength of a container, expanding water can cause pipes to break. Pipes that freeze most frequently are: Pipes that…

With the new year right around the corner, most people are thinking about sipping spiked eggnog and what they are going to put under their trees. It’s time to unwind, enjoy yourself, and welcome the new year with a bang! Smart real estate investors are also finalizing their tax strategies. They know that year-end is…

Brightline Property Management performs many routine property maintenance tasks to ensure your investment sustains its value over time. From time to time owners must decide when the time is right to invest in such necessary maintenance and painting is both a practical need and aesthetic boost for any rental property. Over the course of time…

Brightline Property Management performs routine property inspections to ensure proper sustainability of your asset and recommends the following five property inspections that should be conducted on your property: Move-In Inspection: This inspection should be done prior to the move in of the new tenant. By doing this we can document any issues with the property…

Brightline Property Management provides a streamlined proper vetting of all applicants to ensure quality tenant occupancy, designed to protect your bottom line. Criminal History: Any applicants who have been convicted of the following crimes, regardless of when they happened, will automatically be disqualified: Felony offenses, drugs or drug related charges, sex offenses, prostitution, violent crimes,…

As fall slowly creeps in and summer has officially come to an end its time to start thinking about any essential maintenance items: Check Your Roof – Check for any loose shingles and safely secure or replace. This will help mitigate any water leaking. Prep For Critters – When temperatures drop colder critters can find…

Comparing August 2017 to August 2018 the volume of The Woodlands single family rentals have increased by 8% in the area. While the average leased prices have decreased by 4.9% in August 2018 vs. August 2017, the actual days on the market have decreased dramatically by almost 45% indicating that the rental market in The…