by Jake Durtschi | Apr 21, 2026 | Featured, landlord, local, Local Info Idaho Falls, Marketing, Owner Education, property management, Property Management Education, real estate, Rent Collection, Rental Market Trends, Rental Owner, Rental Price, Tenant, Tenant Education
THE DEPOSIT WAIVER PROGRAM “Total protection, zero friction: The evolution of the security deposit.” Our Overview: Jacob Grant Property Management’s in-house program replaces a large upfront security deposit with a manageable monthly fee while providing property...
by Jake Durtschi | Apr 8, 2026 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investment, Investor Guide, landlord, local, Local Info Idaho Falls, Marketing, Marketing Rental Properties, Owner Education, Property Maintenance, property management, Property Management Education, Property Management Evaluation, real estate, Rent Collection, Rental Market Trends, Rental Owner, Tenant, Tenant Education
Tracking retention is one of the most critical metrics for a property management company because it directly impacts the bottom line – it’s far cheaper to keep a tenant than it is to acquire a new one. Our Summary: Tenant retention helps investors and owners...
by Jake Durtschi | Apr 8, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investment, landlord, Owner Education, Property Maintenance, property management, Property Management Education, real estate, Rental Owner, Tenant, Tenant Education
Understanding What Counts as an Emergency for Jacob Grant Property Management’s After-Hours Emergency Line. Our Overview: Know what qualifies as an emergency. Major water leaks or flooding, loss of heat in extreme cold, dangerous electrical issues, fires, and leaks...
by Jake Durtschi | Feb 25, 2025 | Inspections, Investing in Rental Properties, landlord, Owner Education, property management, Property Management Education, real estate, Rental Owner, Rental Price, Tenant, Tenant Education
Source: Todd Ortscheid on PMAssist Industry Insights. Originally posted February 7, 2025. In a soft rental market, price and presentation matter more than gimmicks. Here’s why rental incentives don’t work—and what actually does. Our Overview:...
by Jake Durtschi | May 7, 2021 | Tenant
Idaho Falls is in the eastern part of the state, along the banks of the gorgeous Snake River. The College of Eastern Idaho is here, and there are also branches of Idaho State University and the University of Idaho. There’s a stable and growing economy, and year-round...
by Jake Durtschi | Apr 30, 2021 | Tenant
Pocatello is the home of Idaho State University and a city that’s filled with history, culture, and outdoor recreation. No matter what the season, you’ll find something to do while you’re here. We like Pocatello for its fresh air, gorgeous landscapes, and easy...