Thursday, July 18, 2013

For Rent: 3 Bedroom in Green Meadows Area

The Management Group, Inc. (360) 892-4000 or (800) 678-6199
$2,195/mo.
3 bd / 2.0 ba

7320 NE Fairway Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98662


7320 NE Fairway Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98662
You'll love this gorgeous 3 bedroom plus den, 2 and a half bath home in the Green Meadows area! Well taken care of and remodeled, this home exudes pure class!

When you drive into the established neighborhood, you'll feel right at home. The manicured landscaping and great curb appeal welcome you to the house while there is also extra parking for an RV. The property itself is located on a corner lot on a dead-end street, so traffic is very light and the atmosphere quiet.

The family room is large with a wet bar and fridge in the bar area... perfect for entertaining! There are two wood fireplaces with gas starters, one in the living room and one in the dining room! No need for tedious fire starting with kindling, newspaper and smoke!

This home has been completely remodeled with upgrades such as hardwood floors in the stairway and downstairs space. The kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, natural gas stove, and granite counter tops! Traver-tine and slate flooring grace the kitchen and master bathroom. Enjoy the custom six head shower in your master bathroom while you bask in the water heated by the instant hot water (tank less) heater. You'll never run out of hot water and it reduces utilities! This is perfect for a post-jog in the neighborhood or getting in those early morning workouts at Club Green Meadows Golf Course, just a pathway across the street. The back yard hosts a fire pit as well! Sorry, Hot Tub is not to be used.

To see more photos of this home, please click or copy and paste the following link:
http://chadney.zenfolio.com/p282034551/slideshow

Local schools are: Walnut Grove Elementary, Gaiser Middle, and Fort Vancouver High. Don't miss out on this stellar home. Apply today! JP

By applying for this unit you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and accept the Rental Criteria. Click on this link (or copy into your browser): https://www.tmgnorthwest.com/forms/disclaimer.php?st=wa Additionally, applications submitted without payment will not be processed until payment is received. A property is NOT reserved until the deposit to hold has been received.
Square feet: 1,996

Amenities

  • Area: Vancouver
  • Type: House
  • Style: 3-Story
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Floors: Carpet & Tile & Hardwood
  • Fireplace: Gas & Wood
  • Family Room: Yes
  • Dining Room: Formal
  • Parking: Double Garage
  • Garage Opener: 2
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Laundry: Hookups
  • Heat: Heat Pump
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Deposit: $1500
  • Non-Refundable Fee: $275
  • Other Terms: Non Smoking & LBP & OSP & Renters Insurance Required

Rental Terms

Rent: $2,195.00
Security Deposit: $1,500.00
Available Now!

Video Walkthrough

Map of 7320 NE Fairway Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98662

Contact Us

The Management Group, Inc.
(360) 892-4000 or (800) 678-6199
www.TMGnorthwest.com

Friday, June 28, 2013

What is your tolerance for risk?



Even though parents are ultimately responsible for keeping their children safe in any home or apartment it's important for a rental property to be safe for all tenants. So how far do we go and what can we do to minimize our liability as landlords? As a landlord we have to accept some responsibility for the condition of the property but what about the amenities? For example, many of you may have recently read about the 1 year old boy in NE Portland who drowned in his parent's decorative pond. At TMG we manage single family homes in WA & OR that have beautiful decorative ponds & water features. When we sign on a new home to rent and there is a pond or water feature present, we recommend to the homeowner that they fill in the pond. Some owners are appreciative of the recommendation and some are appalled we would even suggest it.

Everyone has their own tolerance for risk and while parents are ultimately responsible for the safety of their children, we all know that lawsuits, frivolous or otherwise, are prevalent in our personal and professional lives. There are many examples of potential liability for both children & adults, some common, some not; hot tubs, pools, garage door openers, window screens without child safety latches (this is very common), iron fences with narrow spacing, decorative but sharp finials & of course playground equipment.



The Management Group
Property and HOA Management in Vancouver WA and Portland OR
http://www.TMGnorthwest.com
 

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Have you ever attended a job fair?


Well I hadn't up until a few weeks ago when TMG had a booth at the SW Washington Job Fair hosted by Congresswoman Jaimee Herrera Beutler. My purpose for going was twofold; the first was to experience a job fair first hand, and the second, to see if from the employer's standpoint, it was going to be productive. I arrived at the job fair just a few minutes after it started and was surprised to see how many people were in attendance, not to mention the number of people standing in line waiting to talk with our TMG representatives. Of course not just our booth, most of the employer booths had attendees waiting in line. I jumped right in to help, talking to people about the jobs we had open, what property management was, what they were looking for, and taking resumes. What a wide range of talent, education, experience, and enthusiasm! By the end of the day, I had made a few observations; and having been an employer for over 25 years, I would like to share some suggestions that may help in anyone's job search or job fair experience.

The Management Group is about service -- plain and simple. Our clients and tenants know they can rely on us, and they know this by our professionalism. Webster's Dictionary defines professional as: exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and businesslike manner in the workplace. Anyone who is gearing up to enter the job market, should ask themselves: do I make a positive, professional first impression?

So what makes a good first impression? The answer may be different for different people, depending on the business or field you are a part of. I would say my top three "impression" categories are: professional in appearance and demeanor, strong social and communication skills, and sincerity and enthusiasm. Having a flawless resume, wearing your best suit, offering a confident handshake, and utilizing proper grammar during conversations will make any employer take notice-guaranteed.

Overall, the job fair was productive for us and we are thankful we could attend! We were able to meet multiple candidates with good qualifications. If you are looking for a job and are interested in The Management Group, please visit our website for a list of open positions and descriptions.

Carmen Villarma - President




The Management Group
Property and HOA Management in Vancouver WA and Portland OR
http://www.TMGnorthwest.com

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

How Long Should You Keep Records After Tax Day?


-As a rule, keep your tax records and supporting documentation until the statute of limitations runs for filing returns or filing for refund. For most taxpayers, that means that you'll want to keep those records for three years following the date of filing or the due date of your tax return, which ever is later. So, for example, if you filed your 2012 tax return on Tax Day, April 15, 2013, you'll want to keep those returns and those records until April 15, 2016

-If you file a clearly fraudulent return or if you don't file a return at all, the statute of limitations never actually runs. In that event, you'll want to hold onto your records, well, for forever (really, it's much less work to simply file).

-Supporting documentation for your tax returns includes not only your forms W-2 and 1099 but also bills, credit card and other receipts, invoices, mileage logs, canceled, imaged or substitute checks, proofs of payment, and any other records to support deductions or credits you claim on your return.

-If you claim depreciation, amortization, or depletion deductions, you'll want to keep related records for as long as you own the underlying property. That includes deeds, titles and cost basis records. Similarly, if you claim special deductions and credits, you may need to keep your records a little longer than normal (for example, if you file a claim for a loss from worthless securities or bad debt deduction, you should keep those records for 7 years).

-If you have employees, including household employees, keep your employment tax records for at least four years after the date that payroll taxes become due or is paid, whichever is later. This should include forms W-2 and W-4, as well as related pay information including benefit forms.

-To save space you can scan your records and store them electronically. The IRS has accepted scanned receipts since 1997, a policy that was memorialized by Rev. Proc. 97-22 (downloads as a pdf). You just need to ensure that your scanned or electronic receipts are as accurate as your paper records and you must be able to index, store, preserve, retrieve, and reproduce the records. In other words, you need to have your records organized and be able to produce them in a hard copy form if needed.