Pet Policies Best Practices for Renters in Western New York

Pet Policies Best Practices for Renters in Western New York

Yes, we allow pets in your properties! With that in mind, there are still some best practices and policies that we would like to follow up with you on moving forward if you become a renter here in Buffalo and WNY. Owning a pet, whether it’s a dog, cat, snake,...
Finding Tenants in Buffalo and Western New York During the Winter

Finding Tenants in Buffalo and Western New York During the Winter

Winter in Buffalo is a tough time of year for property owners seeking tenants to rent from their properties. Finding tenants requires a lot of work and energy, and having support from a professional property management company like Nickel City Property Management can...
The Most Important Maintenance Requests Renters Should Report

The Most Important Maintenance Requests Renters Should Report

The Winter season is approaching, and you know what that means? It means potentially dealing with winter maintenance issues with your rental. Property maintenance is one of our highest priorities at Nickel City Property Management! In this blog, we will break down the...
Can a Management Company Protect You From Fraud and Scams?

Can a Management Company Protect You From Fraud and Scams?

The short answer: Yes. Due to a tight housing market and a shift to online leasing, the sophistication of rental scams has increased. While the frequency of reported scams fell in 2025, the average financial loss per case increased to over $2,000. With tools like AI,...
The Real Cost of Turning an Apartment

The Real Cost of Turning an Apartment

Have you ever looked at a post-move-out invoice and thought, “Why is it so expensive? Aren’t I just paying for cleaning, paint, and a few fixes?” You’re not alone. The average cost of turning over a rental unit can range from $1,000-5,000, with one 2023 report finding...
The Hidden Costs of “Do-It-Yourself” Property Management in Buffalo

The Hidden Costs of “Do-It-Yourself” Property Management in Buffalo

When it comes to renting and owning your own property, we know that many Buffalo landlords live by a “Do-It-Yourself” mindset. This is the idea that you can go about renting, renovating, or repairing things yourself instead of hiring a professional property management...