SJA Property Management

Finding the right tenant isn’t about luck. It’s about doing the work upfront.

We take screening seriously because your home deserves someone who will treat it with care. From credit and income verification to rental history and background checks where allowed, our process is designed to protect your property and your peace of mind.

Book a free consultation to see how our screening helps you avoid costly mistakes and long-term stress.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

What happens when a prospective renter opens the door to your property and instantly feels like they are walking into a hotel room instead of just another tired rental?

Devin shared how often the best tenants in Seattle, Redmond, Kirkland, and surrounding Eastside cities are quietly making decisions in the first 30 seconds. They are noticing if the home is “hotel clean,” if everything works as designed, if the carpets feel fresh, if the paint looks cared for, and if the listing photos actually match the home. They are also noticing the opposite. Dust, broken handles, stained carpet, half-finished repairs, or dim lighting send a message that the home and the landlord might not be as attentive as they would like.

In the episode, we talked about how “move-in ready” is not about luxury. It is about standards. Clean. Functional. Well-presented online with professional photos across Zillow, HotPads, and the major rental sites. When your property shows like that, you attract a different type of renter. The long-term, responsible, higher quality tenants who stay put, respect the space, and actively want to renew.

If your Seattle or Eastside rental is only “good enough,” you may still get somebody in. But when a better opportunity appears, they will leave, and you will be back in the cycle of vacancy and turnover all over again.

So it is worth asking. If a new renter toured your property today, would it feel like a fresh start they can call home, or just a temporary stop until something better appears?

If you want more practical ideas on how to prepare your rental so it stands out in the Seattle and Eastside market, you can listen to the full breakdown in our latest SJA Podcast episode.
👉 https://youtu.be/psw8i7XCbYM?si=L6L9D...

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

🎉 Don’t Wait Until January, This Deal Ends Soon! 🎉

You can still lock in $750 in account credits when you sign a property management agreement with SJA by December 31. This is your last chance to start 2026 strong with real savings and expert support for your rental property.

Why wait when you can:
✔️ Save money
✔️ Protect your investment
✔️ Start the year stress-free

⏰ Limited-time holiday offer. Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

👉 Book your FREE consultation now: bit.ly/sjamain

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Have you ever raised the rent on a good tenant and only realized later that the real cost was the month your home sat empty?

We were talking recently about a Seattle rental owner who felt confident pushing rent to the very top of the Zillow range. On paper, the increase looked smart. The tenant was solid, always paid on time, took good care of the home, but the owner really wanted to “keep up with market.” The tenant did the math, quietly gave notice, and moved out.

That is when the reality set in. By the time the property was turned, carpets cleaned, paint refreshed, maintenance handled, locks rekeyed, photos updated, listing posted, applications reviewed, and a move-in date set, the home had effectively lost a full month of rent. In a single year, that vacancy alone erased a big chunk of the “extra” income the owner thought they had secured. And that did not even count the stress and uncertainty of not having a tenant in place.

In our recent podcast conversation, Devin and Jenny really dug into this idea. Vacancy costs are not just a line item. They are the single biggest lever in your long-term return as a Seattle or Eastside landlord. One month vacant can easily equal 8 percent of your annual rent, before you even add turn costs. That is why SJA thinks about tenant retention, pricing strategy, and vacancy risk together, not as separate decisions.

So we are curious. When you review renewals, are you only looking at the rent number, or are you calculating what a month or two of vacancy would actually do to your yearly return on your Seattle or Eastside rental property?

If you want to hear how experienced property managers look at vacancy, renewals, and long-term rental income, you can watch the full conversation in our latest SJA Podcast episode.
👉https://youtu.be/psw8i7XCbYM?si=L6L9D...

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Working with SJA means partnering with a team that shows up, communicates clearly, and handles every detail with care. From responsive support to proactive problem-solving, we make the rental experience smoother for everyone involved.

If you’re looking for a property management partner you can truly trust, we’re here to help.

👉 Book a free consultation at sjapm.com

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Planning your Seattle holiday adventures? Read the full guide to 38+ holiday events across Seattle for 2025.

👉 propertymanagersseattle.com/seattle-holiday-events…

Seattle is packed with festive things to do this season including Christmas light displays, holiday markets, winter shows, family friendly attractions, and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Whether you are looking for seasonal activities, winter recreation, or the best spots for holiday fun, this guide covers Seattle’s top events for 2025.

From downtown celebrations to local neighborhood favorites, discover where to go, what to see, and how to make the most of the holidays in Seattle.

Read the full blog to explore all 38 plus events and start planning your perfect Seattle holiday season.

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Planning to invest in Seattle real estate in 2026? Read our latest guide on the best Seattle neighborhoods to invest in.

From Ballard and Capitol Hill to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond, this data-backed article breaks down where rental demand, job growth, and light rail expansion are creating the strongest opportunities for investors. Learn which neighborhoods are best for appreciation, cash flow, and long-term stability based on real market trends and transit development.

Whether you are a first-time landlord or expanding your portfolio, this guide helps you choose the right area for your rental strategy.

👉 Read the full article here:
propertymanagersseattle.com/best-seattle-neighborh…

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Planning to invest in Seattle real estate in 2026? Read our latest guide on the best Seattle neighborhoods to invest in.

From Ballard and Capitol Hill to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond, this data-backed article breaks down where rental demand, job growth, and light rail expansion are creating the strongest opportunities for investors. Learn which neighborhoods are best for appreciation, cash flow, and long-term stability based on real market trends and transit development.

Whether you are a first-time landlord or expanding your portfolio, this guide helps you choose the right area for your rental strategy.

👉 Read the full article here:
propertymanagersseattle.com/best-seattle-neighborh…

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Planning to invest in Seattle real estate in 2026? Read our latest guide on the best Seattle neighborhoods to invest in.

From Ballard and Capitol Hill to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond, this data-backed article breaks down where rental demand, job growth, and light rail expansion are creating the strongest opportunities for investors. Learn which neighborhoods are best for appreciation, cash flow, and long-term stability based on real market trends and transit development.

Whether you are a first-time landlord or expanding your portfolio, this guide helps you choose the right area for your rental strategy.

👉 Read the full article here:
propertymanagersseattle.com/best-seattle-neighborh…

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

SJA Property Management

Seattle landlords, what was the moment you realized managing a rental here is way harder than it looks?

We’ve been managing rentals around Seattle for a long time now, and one thing we’ve noticed is that almost every landlord has that one moment where everything suddenly feels a lot more complicated than they expected.

For some, it’s the first time a notice gets rejected because Seattle has a different timeline than the state.
For others, it’s a tenant screening situation where the laws changed and they didn’t even know their old process wasn’t allowed anymore.
And for a lot of landlords, it’s dealing with a move-out and realizing how important documentation really is.

Seattle is a great place to invest, but it’s also a place where the rules shift constantly rent caps, RRIO, screening laws, HB 1236, you name it. Even landlords who’ve been doing this for 10+ years sometimes tell us, “We didn’t know that changed.”

We’ve had plenty of those moments too. The kind where you think you’re doing everything right, only to find out the law changed last spring and no one told you. It’s humbling, and sometimes stressful, but it’s also how we’ve learned what actually works in this city.

If you’re open to sharing, we’d love to hear your experience:
What was the moment that made you realize being a landlord in Seattle is a whole different level of learning?

Your story might help someone who’s just starting out, or save a fellow landlord from learning the hard way.

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