Property Management Blog

Thinking About Switching Property Managers? Here’s What to Look For

By Lizz Walters Monday, August 10, 2026

Is it time to change property managers? I’ve talked to plenty of owners over the years who aren’t furious with their property management company. They’re just tired of having to work so hard at the relationship.They’re following up on maintenance. Ask...

Colorado Housing Laws in 2026: What Passed, What Failed, and What’s Next

By Lizz Walters Wednesday, July 29, 2026

2026 Mid-Year Legislative Update Prepared by: Lizz Walters lizz@rentgowalters.comColorado Housing Laws in 2026: What Passed, What Failed, and What’s NextThe 2026 session at the Colorado Capitol is in the books, and for anyone who owns or manages rental property here, t...

The Hidden Costs of Self-Managing a Denver Rental Property

By Lizz Walters Monday, July 20, 2026

Most DIY Landlords Focus on the Fee They're Saving. Here's What They're Actually Spending.Managing your own rental property in Denver seems straightforward on paper. Skip the management fee, handle things yourself, keep more of the rent. The math looks clean until you...

Fall Leasing in Denver: What Owners With September and October Leases Need to Do Right Now

By Lizz Walters Saturday, July 11, 2026

If Your Lease Ends This Fall, the Clock Is Already RunningIf you have a lease ending in September or October, the next few weeks are more important than most owners realize.Summer is peak leasing season in Denver. Nearly 70% of all relocations happen between Memorial Day and Labo...

What Denver Rental Owners Need to Know Heading Into Summer 2026

By Lizz Walters Monday, June 15, 2026

If you own a rental property in Denver, the market you are heading into this summer looks different than it did a year ago. Vacancy rates are sitting around 7.6% metro-wide, the highest in over sixteen years. Average rents are down about 3% year over year. Tenants are taking long...

Most Property Managers Are Reactive. Here’s What That Costs Denver Owners.

By Lizz Walters Monday, June 8, 2026

Most Denver property owners do not realize they have reactive property management until it starts costing them money.Not because their property manager is doing nothing. Because everything is happening late.Maintenance gets handled after tenants are already frustrated. Renewals h...

Can’t Sell Your Denver Property? Here’s How to Rent It Instead in 2026

By Lizz Walters Monday, May 18, 2026

A lot of Denver homeowners are becoming accidental landlords right now.Some will turn a difficult market into a smart financial move.Others will create expensive problems for themselves because they rushed the transition without a plan.If your Denver property did not sell, the wo...

Most Property Managers Are Reactive. Here’s What That Costs Denver Owners.

By Lizz Walters Monday, May 18, 2026

Most Denver property owners do not realize they have reactive property management until it starts costing them money.Not because their property manager is doing nothing. Because everything is happening late.Maintenance gets handled after tenants are already frustrated. Renewals h...

Why February Is a Smart Time to Review Your Lease and Compliance

By Lizz Walters Thursday, February 19, 2026

February is often a quieter month in the Denver rental market, which makes it an ideal time for owners to step back and review the foundation of their rental operations: leases and compliance. While spring leasing season gets most of the attention, the decisions made before deman...

2026 Denver Rental Market & Compliance Update for Property Owners

By Lizz Walters Thursday, January 15, 2026

Denver Metro Rental Market & Colorado Law Update: 2025–2026This update is intended to keep you informed about what occurred in the Denver Metro rental market over the past year and to help you prepare for the year ahead. The rental environment has shifted significantly ...