Tenant Education

Preparing your home for a hard freeze

By Nicole St. Aubin on Monday, May 2, 2022

Temperatures will reach below freezing and may continue to remain below freezing through Friday of next week. Take precautions this weekend and keep your pipes protected for the coming week. Repeat these instructions anytime there is a freeze warning. If you do not mak...

Expect Increased Bills with Gulf Power Transition to FPL

By Nicole St. Aubin on Monday, May 2, 2022

You've probably seen by now that Gulf Power was bought out by Florida Power and Light! Here's a rundown of what has changed for Pensacola's new electricity provider. The rates have increased and you should expect an increased amount in your next utility bill...

Subleasing and Renting a Room in your Property

By Nicole St. Aubin on Thursday, April 21, 2022

Subleasing is Not Allowed at your Rental Property! We understand that some residents may want to add a roommate to help with housing expenses. Please remember that you must request prior written approval to add an occupant on your lease agreement. Occupants will need to...

Energy Tips to Reduce your Heating and Cooling Bills

By Nicole St. Aubin on Thursday, April 21, 2022

We've had some cold weather lately and that means a sharp increase in your gas and/or electricity bill! To combat this, make sure you are using proper thermostat settings. Gulf Power warns that turning your heater up and down uses more energy than leaving it at a con...

3 Reasons to Get Renters Insurance

By Nicole St. Aubin on Thursday, April 21, 2022

As a renter, it's important to remember that your landlord does not have insurance for your personal property. Your landlord has insurance for the structure of the home which excludes your personal property inside. Because of this, it is strongly recommended that you secu...

Alternatives to hiding a key under a doormat

By Realty Masters on Thursday, April 21, 2022

Keeping your family and property safe is imperative. Too often, especially around the holidays, residents leave keys for friends and family members carelessly around their property. DON’T hide a key outside your home, under mats or above your door frame on the outside of y...

Maintenance and Use Tips for Septic Tanks

By Nicole St. Aubin on Thursday, April 21, 2022

Do you have a septic tank? The easiest way to determine if you have sewer or septic is by looking at your water bill. If you do not pay for sewer, you are likely on a septic tank! Being on a septic tank does save money each month, however, it requires certain care that sewe...

Burning Debris Among Top Causes of Wildfires

By Nicole St. Aubin on Thursday, April 21, 2022

One of the leading causes of wildfires in the state of Florida is from debris burning. Because of the high number of wildfires that are a result of careless burning practices, there are a number of government agencies that regulate outdoor burning. The Florida Forest Servic...

How to Avoid a Housing Scam when House Hunting

By Realty Masters on Thursday, April 21, 2022

In the Pensacola Bay Area, there are plenty of single family, multi-family, luxury apartment homes and other real estate developments to choose from. If you are not familiar with the area or process then you probably are wondering, where do you start? Of course, the first pla...

What is Renter's Insurance and How Much Does it Cost?

By Nicole St. Aubin on Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Many renters are confused as to why they would need renter's insurance and surprised at how affordable renter's insurance can be, especially here in Florida! Renter's insurance protects more than just the landlord and your contents. Realtor Mitch Adcox sat do...