Why Owning Rental Property Is One of the Best Ways to Build Long-Term Wealth If you’re a first-time investor exploring rental property in Denver, you’ve likely wondered whether the numbers need to work perfectly from day one. The good news is that they don’t. Real...
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.

The Real Risks of Real Estate Investing
What Every First-Time Rental Property Owner Should Understand Before Getting Started Owning rental property in Denver can be a powerful long-term wealth-building strategy. But it is not passive income, and it is not risk-free. At Pioneer Property Management, we...
Colorado’s New Price Transparency Law: What House Bill 1090 Means forOwners and Residents in 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, Colorado’s House Bill 25-1090 goes into effect, introducing one of the most significant changes to how rental pricing must be advertised and disclosed in the state. Officially known as the Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices Act,...
How Has Pioneer Property Management Maintained a ZERO Eviction Rate?
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...
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...


