From Unsold to Rented in 7 Days: How My Property Management Team Saved an Airman’s Wallet (and Peace of Mind)
From “I’m stuck” to “problem solved” in 7 days. You ever hear a story that reminds you why you do this work? This [...]
Why You Shouldn’t Take a Dollar from a Late Tenant (Unless It’s the Full Balance)
Why You Shouldn’t Take a Dollar from a Late Tenant (Unless It’s the Full Balance) We’re gonna start this one with a story. Today [...]
Yes, You Can Invest in PadSplit—and Still Have a Property Manager
So you’re thinking about PadSplit—renting rooms, boosting cash flow, maybe even housing a few essential workers who just need a place to [...]
How to Raise Rent Without Losing Your Tenant
How to Raise Rent Without Losing Your Tenant By Jorge Vazquez Let me walk you through a situation that [...]
Squatters’ Rights in Florida: What Every Landlord Needs to Know in 2025
After 20 years of managing properties—and I’ve managed thousands—I still get a chill when I walk into a property and find someone living there [...]
Watch Out! Hidden Property Management Fees That Could Kill Your ROI
Watch Out! Hidden Property Management Fees That Could Kill Your ROI After managing hundreds of properties and coaching investors for over 20 years, I’ve [...]
Florida Landlords: Email Delivery of Notices Is Now Legal
My journey at Graystone and in real estate has been steady and hands-on. I've been with the company for close to five years now. [...]
The Emotional Support Animal Dilemma in Rentals
You’re managing a rental in Florida. Everything's going smoothly—until a potential tenant casually drops the line: “I have an emotional support animal.” Cue the [...]
Best Ways to Find Contractors/Handymen in Your Market
After investing in over 30 rentals and managing hundreds more, I’ve learned one thing: good contractors are worth their weight in gold. Whether you're [...]
Tampa’s 2025 Hurricane Season: Risks, Reality & Smart Investing
Tampa's Evolving Hurricane Landscape: Navigating the 2025 Season Tampa, Florida—once considered sheltered from direct hurricane hits—has seen a reality shift in recent years. The [...]