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By CREC Property Management - Tuesday, December 8, 2015

How Politically Correct Should We Be During The Holidays?

During the months between November and January, most of us in the United States (and across the globe) celebrate the season's holidays. For those of us that live in subdivisions, you most likely will see an acceptable generic "holiday" greeting at the subdivision's entrance, such...

By CREC Property Management - Monday, December 7, 2015

Apartment Living Trends

Have you noticed that the Charleston area, especially here in Mt Pleasant and West Ashley, has a new skyline? As you drive down familiar roads, you can't help but notice urban looking buildings popping up. They are part of the growing number of apartment complexes that are strong...

By CREC Property Management - Sunday, December 6, 2015

Military Moves

Frequent moves are one of the best -- and worst -- parts of military family life. On the one hand, you have a chance to see corners of the country or even the world that you might not have seen otherwise. On the other hand, moving is stressful and potentially pricey. The good ne...

By CREC Property Management - Friday, December 4, 2015

Disturbing The Peace

I am writing about this topic because I was awakened at 3:00am this morning to heart thumping, very loud music coming from outside somewhere. I thought to myself, I cannot be the only person jarred from their slumber to hear this at 3:00am. Surely some brave soul will seek out th...

By CREC Property Management - Thursday, December 3, 2015

Tax Breaks For Renters

As we are nearing the years'end, many of us begin to start thinking about filing our tax returns. The earlier the better I always say! As you prepare, you should research any tax breaks or rules that are new to 2015. Ask your accountant as well. Many people don't think about tax...

By CREC Property Management - Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Holiday Lights 101

How to add some twinkle without the tangle! There are some people who go all out just like Chevy Chase in Christmas Vacation and others who may only string a few lights on their tree, but wherever your light meter is, here are few simple tips to keep your spirits high! First, i...

By CREC Property Management - Sunday, November 29, 2015

Cyber Monday?

Today is Cyber Monday for those of you who didn't know. Why Cyber Monday and how did it get started? Here is a short synopsis: In 1961 The Philadelphia Police Department coined Black Friday to describe the massive crowds gathered in stores and on the streets to start their holi...

By CREC Property Management - Saturday, November 28, 2015

A Surge in Charleston Area Rentals

A recent Forbes article addressed millennials and how they are affecting the rental market. The article says that "86.4% of 18-34 year olds rent instead of own. That's a record". In Charleston, this is very evident. Rising home costs influence the all-time high rental rate. For ...

By CREC Property Management - Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Tenant Screening and Social Media

Tenant screening usually involves a credit, criminal and income check as well as your rental history. This information is processed and the landlord or property management company approves your application or doesn't. Simple right? Well, fast forward to 2015 and the world of soci...

By CREC Property Management - Monday, November 23, 2015

Dishwasher Frustration!

You are emptying the cleaned dishes from the dishwasher and begin to notice that a there is a white film on some of the drinking glasses, or a plate has not been thoroughly cleaned of food, or a couple of forks and knives have "spots". Ugh!! You rewash the "uncleaned items" and w...