Property Management Blog

Blog Post AI Rental Scams: How Private Landlords Can Protect Their Property
By Chris Mauzy - Wednesday, March 4, 2026

AI Rental Scams: How Private Landlords Can Protect Their Property

Artificial intelligence has transformed real estate. Listings can be written in seconds, tenant messages can be answered instantly, and lease agreements can be generated with a few prompts.But there’s a darker side.The same technology that helps landlords work faster is now...
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Blog Post Renting vs. Buying in Minneapolis: Why Renting Is Often the Cheaper Choice Right Now
By Chris Mauzy - Monday, February 9, 2026

Renting vs. Buying in Minneapolis: Why Renting Is Often the Cheaper Choice Right Now

For years, buying a home in the Twin Cities was seen as a financial milestone that paid off quickly. Recently, however, new housing data has flipped that assumption. Across Minneapolis and many surrounding suburbs, renting is now often more affordable month-to-month than buying a...
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Blog Post Why Now Might Be a Good Time to Sell vs. Rent in the Twin Cities
By Chris Mauzy - Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Why Now Might Be a Good Time to Sell vs. Rent in the Twin Cities

If you own a home or investment property in the Twin Cities, you may be standing at a familiar crossroads: should you sell now, or hold onto the property and rent it out?In today’s market, that question carries more weight than usual. Shifting interest rates, evolving rente...
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Blog Post Why Renting Your Home in Today’s Market Makes Financial Sense
By Chris Mauzy - Monday, December 22, 2025

Why Renting Your Home in Today’s Market Makes Financial Sense

Why Now Is a Smart Time to Rent Your HomeIf you’ve thought about selling your home recently, you may have noticed the market feels… complicated. Higher interest rates, cautious buyers, and longer days on market have caused many homeowners to pause and ask a different...
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Blog Post The Rise of Rental Application Fraud | Mauzy Properties
By Chris Mauzy - Tuesday, December 2, 2025

The Rise of Rental Application Fraud | Mauzy Properties

The Alarming Rise of Rental Application Fraud — And How Mauzy Properties Stays Ahead of the ScammersIn today’s competitive rental market, rental application fraud has become one of the fastest-growing threats facing property owners and property management companies. A...
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Blog Post Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Leasing Your Single-Family Home the Right Way in Minnesota
By Chris Mauzy - Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Leasing Your Single-Family Home the Right Way in Minnesota

Leasing out your single-family home in the Twin Cities can be a smart financial move—especially with steady rental demand across Minneapolis and St. Paul. However, many first-time landlords soon discover that managing a rental property is far more complex than simply handin...
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Blog Post The Rise of the 50-Year Mortgage: Could It Be the Future of Homeownership?
By Chris Mauzy - Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The Rise of the 50-Year Mortgage: Could It Be the Future of Homeownership?

The Rise of the 50-Year Mortgage: Could It Be the Future of Homeownership?As housing prices continue to climb in many parts of the world, policymakers and lenders are exploring new ways to make homeownership more accessible. One idea gaining attention is the 50-year mortgage &mda...
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Blog Post
By Michael Getty - Monday, October 27, 2025

10 Tips to Search for a Rental Home Like a Pro

Searching for a rental home in the Twin Cities — or more specifically in Minneapolis–St. Paul and surrounding suburbs — can feel like navigating a maze of neighborhoods, listings, timing, and leases. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right s...
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Blog Post The True Cost of Self-Managing a Rental Property
By Chris Mauzy - Saturday, October 25, 2025

The True Cost of Self-Managing a Rental Property

The True Cost of Self-Managing a Rental Property in MinnesotaManaging your own rental property in Minnesota may seem like a smart way to save money. But between the state’s robust tenant protection laws and the operational realities of rentals, self-management often comes ...
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Blog Post Considering a Home Warranty for your Rental Property? Think twice and read this article.
By System - Friday, October 24, 2025

Considering a Home Warranty for your Rental Property? Think twice and read this article.

Property owners believe that having a home warranty for a rental property is a great idea and a more cost-effective solution. Well, let me explain why we have found this to be far from accurate. The Mauzy Properties team has seen over the last 11-years of property management that...
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