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Hidden Fees You’re Probably Paying Your Property Management Company
Navigating the world of property management can...
California’s New 2024 Security Deposit Law
What is AB12? California's Assembly Bill No. 12 (AB 12) represents a pivotal change in rental...
Is it Better to Buy a Home or Rent?
The age-old question - is it better to buy a home or continue to rent? While there's no one-size-fits-all answer, there are several factors to consider when making this significant decision. The main focus of this life-changing decision is to find experts who can...
The Comprehensive Guide to San Diego’s Rent Control Ordinance
The cost of living in San Diego has long been a topic of concern for its residents. As one of California's most desirable cities to live in, San Diego's housing market has seen skyrocketing rent prices in recent years. To address the rising housing affordability...
How to Not Get Scammed By A Renter
Owning an investment property that you rent out to qualified tenants can be a viable way to earn extra income while also building equity in the home. However, not every rental applicant will be the right fit. With technology always advancing, it has become easier by...
What Documentation Can Landlords Request for Service Animals & ESAs?
Most tenants in a rental property will have a unique circumstance(s) that their landlord or rental property management representative must navigate. In some cases, a renter will have specific healthcare-related needs that might conflict with their lease agreement. ...
Landlord Guide: How to Add a New Tenant to a Lease
As a landlord, you rely on your lease agreement to outline your expectations of your tenants as well as their expectations of you. When all of the details of tenancy are formalized, you and your tenant can have a better relationship and maintain open communication...
Selling a Property with Tenants? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re planning on selling a home, there are many details to consider. Selling a home that’s currently being rented to tenants can add an additional layer to the process, giving the property owner even more to deal with. Selling a property while a tenant is living...
Self Management vs. Professional Management: Things to Consider
Buying a rental property can be an extremely lucrative investment. There are so many ways to make the most out of your experience as a property owner. However, there are also many important decisions you’ll have to make. One of the first decisions rental property...
How to Successfully Lease a Property: 7 Best Practices
Planning to lease your property? It’s a great way to earn income on passive real estate investments. If you find the right tenant for your property, the landlord-tenant relationship can be efficient and straightforward. However, don’t overlook the process of finding...
New Santa Ana Rental Control Laws for Landlords in 2023
2023 brings more changes to local ordinances that directly affect landlords, property owners, and overall residential property management in the city of Santa Ana. Santa Ana has new laws for 2023 governing rent control and evictions. Landlords must make tenants aware...
Will A Property Manager Increase Return on Investment?
Simply put, can effective property management put more money in the pockets of property owners? Can the increased revenue coming in on an investment property be greater than the management expense going out? The answer to both questions is yes. But do your research as...