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Becoming a DIY Landlord? 12 Mistakes to Avoid

Key Takeaways When you’re just starting out as a property investor, managing your rental property yourself can be one of the best ways to learn what it takes to operate a successful rental. However, first-time DIY landlords can also make mistakes involving regulations, marketing, tenant relationships, maintenance, or rental finances. At Five Star Property Management,

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Hiring a Property Manager vs. Self-Managing

Hiring a Property Manager vs. Self-Managing: What’s Better? 

Key Takeaways  Are you tired of midnight maintenance calls and chasing down late rent checks every single month? As a rental property owner, deciding whether to handle the daily grind yourself or hand over the reins to an industry professional can feel incredibly overwhelming. This guide breaks down the true costs and hidden benefits of

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2026 Annual Meeting Recap

Thank you to those who attended the annual meeting. Below are the financial statements presented at the meeting. A 2026 year-to-date profit and loss and a 2026 annual estimated budget.

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2026 Annual Meeting Recap

Thank you to all who attended the annual meeting and potluck. Attached are the Profit and Loss for 2025-2026, the Projected Budget for 2026-2027, and the meeting minutes.

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2026 Annual Meeting Recap

Thank you to all who attended the annual meeting. For those of you who were unable to attend, below is the year-to-date profit and loss statement for 2026 and the estimated budget for 2026 – 2027. There are also meeting notes and a newsletter from the board for your review.

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2026 Annual Meeting Recap

Thank you to all who attended the meeting. Mary Brown has agreed to serve for 1 more year. Carol Wise has agreed to serve for 2 more years. Rebecca Murphy was elected to take Jerry’s seat on the board. She will serve for 2 years. For those that were unable to attend, attached are the

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What to Include in a Rental Agreement

Key Takeaways A detailed rental agreement helps protect landlords and set clear expectations for Residents. Important lease terms include rent details, maintenance responsibilities, occupancy rules, and security deposit policies. Clear communication in the lease can help reduce disputes and improve resident relationships. Professional property management can help landlords create compliant leases and manage rental properties

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Notice of Annual Meeting 2026

The annual meeting for Country Place Too will be held on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Five Star Property Management, 158 S Main St, Pocatello, ID, 83204. We will discuss the past and current state of the HOA as well as financial and maintenance items. Please see the attached notice for full

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Notice of Annual Meeting 2026

The annual meeting for Quail Ridge will be held on Friday, July 24th, 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Quail Ridge Condos at 2044 Bench Road, Pocatello, Idaho 83201. We will discuss the past and current state of the HOA as well as financial and maintenance items. Please see the attached notice for full details.

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Notice of 2026 Annual Meeting

The Annual Homeowner’s Meeting for the River’s Edge Homeowner’s Association will be held on Thursday, June 25th, at 4:00 PM at the Five Star Property Management office located at 158 S Main, Pocatello, ID 83204. We hope all interested parties can attend. Please see the attached official notice for more details. Annual Meeting Notice 2026

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