William Taylor has been instrumental in building Mode Key Homes, focusing on commercial real estate and rental management strategies. His contributions help landlords and business owners navigate the complexities of the real estate market while maximizing efficiency and profitability.
Assess What You Have and What You Really Need Before you even think about paint swatches or cabinet knobs, stop and look around. What’s working? What’s not? Start with function. If the fridge door sticks, your outlets can’t handle a toaster and a blender at the same time, or your sink leaks every time it […]
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Listen First, React Second When handling tenant complaints, the first and often most powerful tool is listening. Not just hearing the issue, but showing the tenant they’ve been understood and taken seriously can dramatically reduce tension and improve outcomes. Why Active and Empathetic Listening Matters Scripted answers might save time, but real resolution comes from
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From Commute Driven to Lifestyle Led Moves The five day commute is no longer the standard it’s the exception. Since remote and hybrid work became the norm, the distance between home and office matters far less to buyers. What people want now is space: room to work, think, and breathe. That means a third bedroom
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What Makes a Home “Passive” Passive homes aren’t just a buzzword they’re a systems level rethink of how buildings interact with their environment. The concept rests on four core principles: insulation, airtightness, ventilation, and solar gain. Each is simple enough on its own. Together, they flip the script on how we heat, cool, and live
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Where the Market Is Headed The housing market in 2026 is beginning to show signs of change, but the direction isn’t entirely clear. Some regions hint at a slow rebound, while others continue to cool. Understanding the broader picture requires drilling into a few key indicators and early movements across different locations. Signs of a
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Keep Leases Clear and Bulletproof Overcomplicating a lease is one of the fastest ways to create confusion or worse, legal trouble. Spell out everything in plain, no fluff language. That means the amount of rent, when it’s due, what counts as late, what fees apply, and who handles repairs. Be direct. If a tenant has
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Quick Wins That Make an Impact Start smart. Energy efficiency doesn’t have to begin with expensive upgrades. Make a few small changes and you’ll see the difference almost immediately. First, swap out those old incandescent bulbs for LEDs. They use up to 90% less energy and last way longer. One change, big payoff. Next, deal
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Inflation, Interest Rates, and Buyer Behavior Higher interest rates in early 2026 are squeezing the real estate market in ways most predicted but the ripple effects go deeper. Mortgage rates hovering above 7% have cooled casual buyer demand and made monthly payments the central concern in purchase decisions. First time buyers are pausing. Investors are
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Assessing Your Basement’s Potential Understanding your basement’s possibilities begins with a thorough evaluation of its current state and identifying any obstacles to its transformation. Evaluating Basement Structure and Layout I focus on the basement’s structure and layout to determine its capabilities. Accurate measurements of the space, including ceiling height and square footage, are essential. Walls,
William Taylor has been instrumental in building Mode Key Homes, focusing on commercial real estate and rental management strategies. His contributions help landlords and business owners navigate the complexities of the real estate market while maximizing efficiency and profitability.