Property Management Blog

Blog Post A $287 Repair Cost an Oregon Landlord Six Figures!
By Nicholas Cook - Wednesday, September 30, 2026

A $287 Repair Cost an Oregon Landlord Six Figures!

Summary of the IssueWhen a repair request comes in, sometimes owners want to defer, shop around, or find a quick fix (hiring someone unlicensed or even doing the work themselves). These may not seem like a big deal, but in Oregon, maintenance disputes can quickly escalate into si...
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Blog Post HUD Signals Major Changes for Emotional Support Animals
By Nicholas Cook - Wednesday, May 27, 2026

HUD Signals Major Changes for Emotional Support Animals

Disclaimer: This article is not legal advice. It is a summary of observations by the author.  Summary of the Issue HUD released a memorandum on May 22, 2026 signaling that they no longer plan to extend legal protections to emotional support animals (ESA’s). This is a major ch...
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Blog Post Occupied or Vacant: When Should You Show a Rental Unit to a Prospective Tenant
By Nicholas Cook - Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Occupied or Vacant: When Should You Show a Rental Unit to a Prospective Tenant

When you find out your tenant is moving one of the first things you start thinking about is how to minimize the vacancy period. Every day vacant is lost income so the goal is find your next tenant ASAP.Some landlords think that if they show the unit while it’s occupied, they c...
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Blog Post Leave the Heat On: Protecting Your Rental from Frozen Pipes, Mold, and Lost Tenants
By Nicholas Cook - Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Leave the Heat On: Protecting Your Rental from Frozen Pipes, Mold, and Lost Tenants

When your rental property is vacant you’re facing what we call the “triple threat”.Mortgage costTurnover repairs No rental incomeWith all of this money going out the door you may be tempted to turn off the utilities, or keep the heat low. That is a major mistake and it co...
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Blog Post An Introduction to Building Wealth Using Real Estate Syndications
By Nicholas Cook - Tuesday, February 10, 2026

An Introduction to Building Wealth Using Real Estate Syndications

Real estate is a great investment, but it’s not as passive as people think. When you own a rental, you are still involved in the decision making process and ultimately take all the risk.Real estate syndications are a great way to capture the benefits of real estate ownershi...
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Blog Post Eviction Protection Plus+
By Nicholas Cook - Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Eviction Protection Plus+

The most common question we get from landlords is, what happens if my tenant doesn’t pay their rent?Up to this point we would discuss how the non-payment process works and what happens if things escalate to an eviction. We have always offered eviction protection to help with t...
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Blog Post A Guide to What You Should or Shouldn’t Leave When Renting Your Home (5 Important Considerations)
By Nicholas Cook - Tuesday, January 13, 2026

A Guide to What You Should or Shouldn’t Leave When Renting Your Home (5 Important Considerations)

A lot of new landlords  are unsure about what they should or shouldn’t leave when renting out their home. If that sounds like you, then read on.Moving all your stuff is a big project, especially if you plan to return in the next year or two. Owners often ask if they can lea...
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Blog Post 5 Hidden Traps in Property Management Contracts Every Owner Must Know - Residential
By Nicholas Cook - Wednesday, January 7, 2026

5 Hidden Traps in Property Management Contracts Every Owner Must Know - Residential

If you plan to hire a property manager they are going to ask you to sign a Property Management Agreement (commonly known as a PMA). The PMA governs all aspects of the relationship between the property owner and the manager and for this reason is an important document to pay atte...
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Blog Post An Real Estate Investors Guide to Your 1099-MISC Form
By Nicholas Cook - Tuesday, December 30, 2025

An Real Estate Investors Guide to Your 1099-MISC Form

It’s that time of year again. Income reporting time! Before I dive into the details of your 1099-MISC form, it’s important we discuss how to make sure your 1099-MISC filing is accurate. How to Avoid Being on the IRS WatchList  If your 1099-MISC information is outdated, yo...
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Blog Post 7 Reasons Property Walk-Throughs Are Non-Negotiable for Smart Landlords (And What Happens When You Skip Them)
By Nicholas Cook - Tuesday, December 23, 2025

7 Reasons Property Walk-Throughs Are Non-Negotiable for Smart Landlords (And What Happens When You S...

There is a famous saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. When it comes to property checks, this wisdom couldn’t ring more true.At Sleep Sound Property Management, Inc. we’ve walked thousands of properties and saved our clients tens of th...
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