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Blog Post Why Preventive Maintenance Lowers Vacancy Rates
By Phil Lehman - Monday, July 21, 2025

Why Preventive Maintenance Lowers Vacancy Rates

In the competitive Harrisburg, PA rental market, one key strategy can dramatically improve tenant retention and boost your bottom line: preventive maintenance. At Hometown Property Management, we know exactly why preventive maintenance lowers vacancy rates—because...
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Blog Post How to Use Owner Statements to Make Smarter Investment Decisions
By Phil Lehman - Monday, July 7, 2025

How to Use Owner Statements to Make Smarter Investment Decisions

As a property owner or real estate investor in Harrisburg, PA, understanding your rental property’s financials is critical to long-term success. One of the most valuable tools you can use is the owner statement—a monthly or quarterly report provided by your property m...
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Blog Post 7 Rental Listing Tips That Fill Vacancies Quickly (and With Better Tenants)
By Phil Lehman - Saturday, June 21, 2025

7 Rental Listing Tips That Fill Vacancies Quickly (and With Better Tenants)

Regarding real estate investing, vacancies can seriously impact your bottom line. But with the right strategies, you can reduce vacancy rates, attract tenants faster, and secure more qualified renters for your Harrisburg rental property. In this post, Hometown Property ...
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Blog Post Should You Self-Manage or Hire a Pro? How to Decide What’s Best for Your Rental
By Phil Lehman - Saturday, June 7, 2025

Should You Self-Manage or Hire a Pro? How to Decide What’s Best for Your Rental

Owning rental properties in Harrisburg, PA, can be a lucrative form of real estate investing, but managing those properties comes with challenges. From rent collection to maintenance issues, handling day-to-day operations requires time, knowledge, and consistent attenti...
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Blog Post How Regular Rent Evaluations Help You Stay Competitive
By Phil Lehman - Wednesday, May 21, 2025

How Regular Rent Evaluations Help You Stay Competitive

In today’s fast-paced rental market, staying ahead of the curve is essential for long-term success. That’s why understanding how regular rent evaluations help you stay competitive is an vital aspect of property ownership. For property owners in Harrisburg, PA, staying...
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Blog Post Credit, Income, and Rental History: What Really Matters in Tenant Screening?
By Phil Lehman - Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Credit, Income, and Rental History: What Really Matters in Tenant Screening?

If you're a property owner in Harrisburg, PA, you've asked yourself: What matters when choosing the right tenant? Is it credit? Income? Rental history? At Hometown Property Management, we recognize that thorough tenant screening is crucial to safeguarding your i...
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Blog Post Proactive Maintenance Tips for Rental Properties in Harrisburg
By Phil Lehman - Monday, April 21, 2025

Proactive Maintenance Tips for Rental Properties in Harrisburg

Harrisburg is an attractive location for renters as it offers affordable living, job growth, and a strong community. Its central location, with access to major cities like Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., makes it ideal for families and professionals. With rental demand ri...
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Blog Post Navigating the Eviction Process in Harrisburg, PA
By Phil Lehman - Monday, April 7, 2025

Navigating the Eviction Process in Harrisburg, PA

Preserving a constructive landlord-tenant relationship is essential for effective rental property management. Nevertheless, when problems occur, landlords must adhere to the legal eviction procedures.To evict a tenant, the landlord must follow proper legal steps and comply with l...
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Blog Post How to Create Long-Term Stability for Your Property Management Company
By Phil Lehman - Friday, March 21, 2025

How to Create Long-Term Stability for Your Property Management Company

Nearly 300,000 property management businesses are operating across the U.S. in 2023, a 2.1% rise from last year, according to IBISWorld. With such intense competition, setting your company up for long-term success is essential.Portfolio management offers a solid foundation, guidi...
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Blog Post Myths About Rental Property Pricing in Harrisburg
By Phil Lehman - Friday, March 7, 2025

Myths About Rental Property Pricing in Harrisburg

To say that Harrisburg, PA is growing in demand for rentals would be an understatement. Last year, it saw an occupancy rate of 96.4%, beating the national average of 94%. With so much competition, it's important to nail your rental valuation so you don't leave money on th...
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