1st Choice Property Management

09/23/2026

We were proud to have Leslie Kazen represent 1st Choice Property Management at the Texas State Chapter NARPM Conference!

Leslie joined the discussion on Trust Accounting & Fraud, sharing her knowledge and experience on a topic that is incredibly important in the property management industry.

We’re also incredibly proud that Leslie will continue contributing to the organization by serving as Secretary on the 2027 Texas State Chapter NARPM Board of Directors!

We’re grateful to be part of an industry where professionals come together to share their knowledge, learn from one another, and continue raising the standard for property management across Texas.

Congratulations, Leslie! 👏

09/22/2026

🚨 A stranger moves into your vacant rental with a fake lease. Now what?

Texas SB 1333 gives owners a faster way to remove true squatters, but only in specific cases. 1st Choice Property Management explains what the law covers and how Fort Worth landlords can prepare.

✅ Owners can file a sworn complaint with law enforcement
✅ It applies only to true squatters, not current or former tenants
✅ Fake leases or deeds now carry criminal penalties
✅ SB 38 still governs standard tenant evictions
✅ Keep ownership documents ready and inspect vacant homes

Use the right process the first time. 1st Choice Property Management protects owners across Tarrant County. 🏡

📖 Read the full guide:
https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/sb-1333-explained-texass-new-crackdown-on-unauthorized-occupants-and-rental-fraud

Texas SB 1333 lets landlords use law enforcement, not courts, to remove true squatters. Here is what qualifies, what does not, and how to prepare for 2026.

09/11/2026

Fort Worth just crossed 1 million residents, but unprepared landlords are missing out on the massive corporate migration boom! 📈🏠

With major corporate relocations driving record numbers of qualified renters to DFW, positioning your property correctly is crucial:

• Discover why industrial expansions in North Fort Worth are bringing a continuous wave of high-earning tenants.
• Learn the essential pricing and marketing strategies needed to beat local competition and handle rising property taxes.
• Uncover how fast application processes and virtual tours help you land prime renters before other owners do.

Don't let your rental sit vacant while corporate demand peaks—read our complete 2026 Fort Worth market guide and position your property for maximum returns today:

https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/why-fort-worths-corporate-relocations-are-changing-rental-demand-in-2026

09/08/2026

⚠️ Fort Worth landlords, that unauthorized pet or noise complaint can snowball fast if you don't handle it right.

1st Choice Property Management breaks down how to address lease violations before eviction becomes necessary.

✅ Unauthorized pets and occupants are the most common violations landlords face
✅ Document every issue with the date and description from the first sign of trouble
✅ Texas law requires a written notice to vacate with at least 3 days to respond
✅ Remediable violations deserve a fair chance to be corrected
✅ Strong tenant screening prevents more violations than any notice ever can

1st Choice Property Management handles lease enforcement for owners across Fort Worth and Tarrant County. 🏠

Read the full guide here:
https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/a-fort-worth-landlords-guide-to-handling-lease-violations-before-they-escalate

Dealing with a tenant situation heading the wrong way? Reach out to our team today! 📞

Lease violations rarely disappear on their own. Here is how Fort Worth landlords should document, notify, and resolve issues before eviction becomes necessary.

08/24/2026

📈 Did your last insurance renewal make you do a double-take? Texas rental owners are seeing some of the steepest increases in the country, and Fort Worth landlords are feeling it most.

1st Choice Property Management breaks down what's driving the costs and what changed for 2026:

✅ Rising repair costs and reinsurance expenses are pushing premiums up statewide
✅ DFW sits in the country's most active hail corridor
✅ 2% wind/hail deductibles can mean thousands out of pocket per claim
✅ New Senate Bill 458 requires an appraisal provision starting 2026
✅ Landlord policies cost 15-25% more than homeowners insurance, for good reason

Don't let rising premiums quietly eat into your returns! 💰

Get the full breakdown and practical steps to manage costs: https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/insurance-premium-increases-for-texas-rental-homes

📲 Want help tracking your numbers? Contact us, we're here to help!

Insurance premiums are climbing fast for Texas rental homes. Here's why, what changed for 2026, and how Fort Worth landlords can manage the cost.

08/21/2026

Is fierce market competition in Fort Worth scaring you away from high-yielding real estate investments? 📈🏠

Smart investors are still aggressively expanding their North Texas portfolios—here is why:

• Discover how steady population growth keeps rental housing demand skyrocketing year-round.
• See why targeted neighborhood picks and simple property updates yield far better returns than major flips.
• Learn the key management strategies top owners use to maximize tenant retention and steady cash flow.

Stop letting market competition hold back your wealth-building potential—read our full investor strategy guide today:

https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/why-investors-are-still-buying-in-fort-worth-even-as-competition-increases

08/17/2026

🎉 Happy 2-Year Anniversary, Luis! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating two years of Luis being part of the 1st Choice Property Management team! 🏠

Luis, thank you for your hard work, dedication, and everything you’ve contributed over the past two years. We’re grateful to have you on the team and look forward to many more milestones together!

Help us congratulate Luis on 2 years with 1st Choice! 👏🥳

08/13/2026

💰 August Electric Bill Shock? You’re Not Alone! 🥵

Your AC is putting in some SERIOUS overtime during a Fort Worth summer, but a few small changes around the house can help reduce energy usage.

Every little bit helps when your AC is battling triple-digit Texas temperatures.

What’s your best trick for keeping the electric bill under control during summer? 👇

08/11/2026

🏭 The headlines go to Dallas, but Fort Worth is quietly winning the corporate relocation game! 18 headquarters relocations in 2025 alone, and DFW has led the nation 7 years running. 📈

1st Choice Property Management breaks down what this means for landlords: Siemens' $190M facility, two Wistron plants worth $761M combined, and a steady pipeline of qualified, employed renters relocating for new jobs. 🏠✨

North Fort Worth and the Alliance Corridor are feeling it most, but competition among landlords is rising too. Presentation and speed now matter more than ever! ⚡

1st Choice Property Management has served Fort Worth and Tarrant County for over 30 years, with the local expertise to help you capture this demand.

Read the full breakdown here:
https://www.fortworthpropertymanagement.com/blog/why-fort-worths-corporate-relocations-are-changing-rental-demand-in-2026

Fort Worth continues to land major corporate relocations. Here's how that's reshaping rental demand in 2026 and what it means for local landlords.

08/11/2026

🎉 Help us welcome Christian to the 1st Choice Property Management team!

Christian is joining us as our newest Resident Service Coordinator, helping us provide responsive, reliable service to our residents and the properties we manage.

We’re excited to have you on board, Christian! Welcome to the team! 🏠👏