Owner FAQ

If you are considering working with a property management company, here is a breakdown of the most typical fees and what they cover.Management FeeThe management fee is the primary cost associated with hiring a property manager. This fee is typically a percentage of the rent colle...

If you’re hiring a property manager for the first time, you may be surprised when they ask for personal information like your Social Security number, photo ID, or business documents for an LLC or trust. It’s a fair question—why does a property manager need this ...

If you’ve ever worked with a property management company, you may have been told that they need to be added as additional insurance to your rental property’s insurance policy. At first glance, this might seem unnecessary or like an attempt by the property manager to a...

If you own rental properties in markets like north-central Pennsylvania, you may already know that water and sewer authorities hold property owners liable for unpaid utility bills. This risk makes many landlords hesitant to have tenants pay these bills directly. After all, if a t...

Landlords often ask, “Do I have to allow pets in my rental property?” The short answer is no—but the real answer is a bit more complicated.A well-thought-out pet policy can impact your tenant pool, vacancy rates, and even your bottom line. Whether you currently ...

At One Focus Property Management, we have a proven and well-established process to onboard new clients and properties. We don’t just take over and hope for the best—we develop a plan that ensures your property is stable, profitable, and operating smoothly.Wondering wh...