Property Management Blog

“When the Why is Strong Enough – the How is Easy”!

Mendell Gosnell - Monday, June 22, 2015

In life and work we often start with the How question, such as how am I going to achieve my real estate investment goals. I think we should start with the Why…why do I want to invest?

I am a type A personality so I have always gravitated towards day planners (back in the day), lists, tasks, reminders, sticky notes, etc… However, I have grown a lot over the years in regards to the delicate balance between working to live and living to work. Early on in my career I read a lot of books that offered ... read more >>

What Does Property Management Cost in the Salem and Mid-Willamette Valley, Oregon

Mendell Gosnell - Tuesday, June 9, 2015

This question is one of the first questions owners tend to ask. However, it can be tough to answer without first knowing what you want managed, the services you need or will require and a long list of other highly relevant factors. Management companies that have fixed pricing may not be serving their clients needs effectively. Personally, I tell owners that the first question they should be asking is what do you deliver. A product or service is not deemed cheap or expensive relative to the upfront price but ... read more >>

Why Invest in Real Estate - Part 3 of 3

Mendell Gosnell - Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Below is a link to part 3 of 3. Get excited about investing in Salem, Oregon and the Mid-Willamette Valley. At Centurion we are all about Real Estate and Property Management in Salem, Oregon and the Mid-Willamette Valley. If you have further questions or need expert advice or help with acquisitions or dispositions of rental properties give us a call today.

Happy Investing!!!

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Why Invest in Real Estate Part 2 of 3

Mendell Gosnell - Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Do you know what the 4 basic types of returns are for investment real estate. Take a look at the below article for a closer look at what makes real estate such a great investment vehicle. At Centurion not only do we know and excel at the property management side but on the investing side as well. We believe that a strong understanding of the fundamentals of investing in real estate can help us serve our owners better.

Rental Market Overview

Mendell Gosnell - Friday, May 22, 2015

I was at a business luncheon a few weeks ago for property managers and rental owners and heard the speaker say that he has not seen the rental market like it currently is in all of his more than 30 years in the industry. Vacancy rates are at historic lows and rents continue to grow by leaps and bounds. All the while interest rates are extremely low by historic standards.

However, interest rates have begun to creep up lately. Investors continue to buy up homes to rent as well as apartment complexes. &n... read more >>

Why Invest in Real Estate Part 1 of 3

Mendell Gosnell - Wednesday, May 13, 2015

I recently had another article published in a national trade magazine for property managers and relating to the property management industry. Here is part 1 of 3. I hope you enjoy the read. Happy Investing!!! Recent Published Article: Why Invest In Real Estate Part 1 of 3 NARPM Article