Property Owner Handbook

The Lifespan of Mechanical & Items In Your House

How Long Will Your House Last. A Part-by-part guide to the life expectancy of the pieces and systems in your home.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated this week

Communicating Maintenance and Work Orders in Property Meld

As an Owner, you will be notified via email notification when a work order (referred to as a 'Meld') is being processed.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

What Is The Leasing Fee?

Sometimes called New Tenant Placement Fee, The Leasing Fee is charged each time Nestwell places a new tenant.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Update on Zillow Rental Listings

Zillow, Trulia, Hotpads, Advertising, Marketing

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Written by Mark Cropper
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Who Should I Use For Homeowner's Insurance?

When looking for a landlord's policy, homeowner insurance, or any other type of insurance product here is who we recommend.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Earthquake Insurance. Should I have it?

Here is some additional insight into earthquake insurance in order to cover your property from a major earthquake.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Property Tax Increasing in Utah

How to qualify for discount on my property taxes?

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19: How to Find out If Your Mortgage Is Federally Backed.

If you don’t know who owns your mortgage, call your company you pay your mortgage AND look it up online.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19: Dealing with Renters Who Haven’t Paid in a COVID-19 World

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19: Is It Okay If I Skip My Mortgage Payment for a Few Months?

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Owner's Guide to Vacating Tenants and Finding Great New Tenants

Tenant gives notice. Move out. notice to vacate. end of lease. new tenants

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Written by Mark Cropper
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How Utility Bills Are Handled

Part of Nestwell's service to handling the utilities. We collect the invoices, pay them on behalf of the owner and collect from the tenants.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Owner's Guide to Tenant Applications

Tenant screening. Owner input. Choosing/selecting tenants.

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Written by Mark Cropper
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Meet Your Nestwell Team

Meet Your Nestwell Team for Residents

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Written by Lauren Beck
Updated over a week ago

A Virtual Tour of the Life Expectancy of Items in Your Rental Property

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Written by Lauren Beck
Updated over a week ago

Maintenance Coordination Fee

Starting January 1, 2020 Nestwell will charge a $20 Maintenance Coordination Fee (MCF) on each work order when a vendor is dispatched.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Pet Damage Protection Program

At not cost to the Owner, the Pet Damage Protection Program (PDPP) covers you up to $3,000 of damage caused by an approved pet.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Get Your Home Rented!

Here are six options to help rent your home faster. By following one or all of these options you home will rent faster and reduce your costs

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Is it better to rent my home long-term or do a nightly rental?

Nestwell breaks down the true costs, benefits, and income between doing a nightly rental and longer lease terms.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Do you manage vacation and short-term rentals?

Vacation rentals, airbnb, and other short-term rentals are not our forte. However, we can still be a resource to help you.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

When do I receive the rental proceeds?

Rental proceeds, sometimes called Owner Draws are processed quickly.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Owner's Personal Property

Information regarding Owner's that leave personal property at the rental property.

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Written by Mark Cropper
Updated over a week ago

Utility & Maintenance Reduction Program Announcement

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Landlord's Insurance Policy

Having the proper insurance coverage is important. Make sure you speak with a insurance agent that is well versed in a Landlord's Policies.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

The Scope of Property Management

What is not included in your services.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Cost to Rekey

Rekeying home and installing smartlocks.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Property Standards

Minimum Property Standards help homeowners and investors to create a better experience for tenants.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Ideal Time to Rent Out Your Home

Renting out your home has quite a few factors and in Salt Lake City there is definitely a season to renting or selling your home.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Should You Put Your Rental Properties in an LLC?

Reducing your liability as a real estate investor is always a good idea. But is the answer and LLC? Answer: Maybe.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Your Team of Experts

We believe that certain people have natural abilities to excel in certain aspects. Each person below has honed their craft is an expert.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

CDA Properties is now Nestwell

We’ve changed our name. And a few other things.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

What is considered normal wear and tear?

Outline of what can be charged to a tenant who is vacating. These items are often deducted from the tenants security deposit.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Rent Protection Program

For homeowners who would like additional peace of mind and security.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Eviction Shield Program

Eviction Shield is a service that protects you from additional costs when a tenant is forcible removed from a property aka evicted.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Lease Renewal Process For Owners

What happens when the lease on a property you own is up for renewal.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Why do you advertise my rent with odd end pricing?

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

How Do I Make An Owner Contribution

Owners need to make contributions to pay for the remodel or another large expense. Here is how you can make a contribution.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

How To Login To Your Owner Portal

Your Owner Portal is a great place to review statement, maintenance, and make owner contributions.

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Asset Protection Program For Owners

Transfer resident risk and protect your asset with the Property Damage Liability Waiver (PDLW)

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Mission, Vision and Values

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

What You Can Expect from Nestwell

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago

Communication with Homeowners

Owner communication. How do you contact me?

Written by Adam Willis
Updated over a week ago