https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYnj0XeDoPE Pioneer Property Management is asked this question more than any other: How have you maintained a ZERO eviction rate? Property owners ask it. Industry professionals ask it. Even other property managers ask it. In an industry...
Richard Sturtevant
Richard has completed knowledge of all building systems, through 21+ years of hands-on experience. Richard currently lives in Wheat Ridge with his wife, son, and daughter.
Richard is the author of Landlord Like and Engineer currently available on Amazon.

Is the Zillow Rent Estimate Always Right?
If you own a rental property in Colorado there is a good chance you have checked Zillow’s rent estimate at least once. It feels objective, fast, and reassuring. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most common reasons landlords underprice or overprice their rentals...
Colorado House Bill 24-1098: A Complete Guide for Rental Property Owners
Colorado rental laws continue to evolve, and House Bill 24-1098 represents one of the most significant changes for property owners in recent years. This legislation impacts lease renewals, non renewals, notice timelines, and long term planning for rental properties...
Colorado Rental Licenses – What Owners Need To Know in 2026
Colorado rental regulations continue to expand, and more cities and municipalities are now requiring rental licenses or structured inspection programs for long-term rental properties. Many owners are unsure whether they need a license, how to get one, what it costs,...
How Professional Management Protects Your Property During Colorado’s Harsh Winter Months
Winter in Colorado can be beautiful, but for property owners, it can also bring a long list of potential headaches. Frozen pipes, broken furnaces, and roof leaks can quickly turn into costly repairs and unhappy residents if not handled proactively.That’s why...
Allowing Pets in Rental Properties: Why It Makes Sense (Especially in Colorado)
Many property owners hesitate to allow pets, fearing damage, noise, or additional risk. But the numbers now show that pet?friendly policies aren’t just a “nice to have” - in many markets, they’re a competitive advantage. At Pioneer Property Management, we believe in...
Winter Is Coming: 4 Essential Cold Weather Tasks Colorado Landlords Should Tackle in September
September in Colorado means crisp mornings, changing leaves, and your last clear chance to get ahead of winter. For rental property owners in Denver, Boulder, Longmont, and Colorado Springs, a few critical maintenance steps this month can prevent thousands in...
Price It Right in August: How Strategic Rent Pricing Prevents Long-Term Vacancy Loss
August is crunch time for Colorado landlords. While rental demand remains high, the clock is ticking. If your property isn’t leased by Labor Day, you risk falling into the slower fall season - and possibly locking yourself into an off-cycle lease for years to come. At...
How Professional Property Management Maximizes Summer Leasing Success in Colorado
Summer is peak leasing season in Colorado. From Fort Collins to Colorado Springs, renters are on the move, leases are turning over, and vacancies can be either a profitable opportunity or a costly mistake. If you're managing your property yourself, you already know...

