The Red Fortress 4 Step Process for Faster Renting (Part 3 of 4)
By Michael McVety Thursday, July 3, 2025
The Rental Application Process: Why It’s More Critical Than You ThinkWhen most property owners think about renting their home, they tend to focus on marketing and showing the property. The application process, however, is just as important—and it can make or break you...
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The Red Fortress 4 Step Process for Faster Renting (Part 2 of 4)
By Michael McVety Wednesday, July 2, 2025
How Strategic Marketing and Smart Tech Give Our Rental Properties a Competitive EdgeProperty owners often assume that marketing a rental is as simple as uploading photos to Zillow or Craigslist. But in today’s competitive and tech-savvy real estate landscape, that just does...
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The Red Fortress 4-Step Process for Faster Renting (Part 1 of 4)
By Michael McVety Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Michael introduced the 4-step Red Fortress rental strategy, starting with what happens before the listing even goes live.Step 1: Pre-Listing Best PracticesBefore posting a listing, ask yourself:🐾 Are Pets Allowed?Over 50% of renters have pets.No pets = you're cut...
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Big News for Florida Landlords and Tenants: Legal Notices Can Now Be Sent by Email!
By Michael McVety Monday, May 19, 2025
If you’re a Florida landlord, property manager, or tenant, buckle up—because a major legal shift just landed that changes the way we handle rental notices in the Sunshine State. 🚨It’s called House Bill 615, and starting July 1st, Florida law will al...
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Michael McVety was the key speaker on current market trends for our local property management group - The Southwest Florida Chapter of NARPM. Speaking at Backyard Social in Estero, FL for the property manager network meeting on May 8, 2025, Michael covered the new Florida l...
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Are you a real estate investor or landlord in Southwest Florida? Curious about where the rental market is headed in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Port Charlotte, or Lehigh Acres?You're not alone.At Red Fortress Property Management, we've been managing properties across ...
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Unlocking Business Wisdom: Insights from Dan Kuschell’s Seminar at Rollins College
By Michael McVety Tuesday, March 25, 2025
On March 21, 2025, Michael McVety had the opportunity to attend a high-impact business seminar led by renowned entrepreneur and strategist Dan Kuschell. Hosted at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, the event brought together forward-thinking business leaders for a day of po...
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Why Red Fortress Property Management Markets Better Than the MLS
By Michael McVety Wednesday, February 26, 2025
When it comes to renting out properties, many landlords and property owners believe the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is the best way to advertise vacancies. However, after conducting a thorough investigation, Red Fortress Property Management has proven that&...
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What We Learned from the Federal Reserve Luncheon: Key Economic Insights for Southwest Florida
By Michael McVety Thursday, January 23, 2025
Hi everyone, this is Michael McVety, President of Red Fortress Property Management. I’m breaking down some fascinating insights from a recent Federal Reserve luncheon I attended, featuring Sherri Bower, the regional executive in Miami for the Federal Reserve Bank of the Atl...
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