Property Management Blog

In California, as in many states, leases are legally binding contracts. Once you sign one, you must stay for the entire lease term, which is usually one year. But, what are you to do if you are unable to pay your rent? Or, when you need to move closer to your new job? In such instances, despite your best intentions to stay for the fu...

In the state of California, a good number of rental agreements and residential leases require a security deposit. The security deposit is a lump sum of money paid upfront by a tenant prior to them moving into a rental unit. For a landlord, collecting a security deposit from your tenant offers many benefits. They include:Help cover fo...

Landlord-tenant laws help protect both parties involved in a rental agreement. In California, these laws are outlined in the “Guide to Residential Tenants’ and Landlords’ Rights and Responsibilities.”They are very detailed and can be even more complex in cities that have rent-control laws. By understanding the...

Evicting a tenant is an unfortunate part of being a landlord. The California eviction process is time-consuming and often times costly. But sometimes, it’s the only way to get rid of a troublesome tenant. Among other things, if a tenant violates the agreement, causes damage to the rental unit, fails to pay rent, or is using drugs in...

Once you have invested in a rental property, the responsibility of maintaining and running the property can quickly become overwhelming. For many Owners, the logical solution is to hire a Property Management company to oversee their rental property. But is this the right decision for you? Here are the top 10 reasons to consider why you sh...