Property Management Blog

The Fair Housing Act gives every American the right to equal and fair treatment in regards to housing. However, in some cases, there are some landlords that are not aware that this law exists. Due to the lack of information and experience, a property owner can find themselves in court fighting discrimination a lawsuit. That is why we wi...

Letting a professional manage your Torrance, California rental property is a great step towards running a successful rental business. The right property manager understands the ins and outs of the local rental business. He has potentially managed dozens if not hundreds of other rental properties. As such, the manager will be better p...

Finding rental properties with superior earning potential is one of the keys to be a successful landlord. A profitable rental property will cover the mortgage, property taxes, insurance, repair expenses as well as provide you with returns on your investment. That might sound like a tall order, but many property investors enjoy the be...

Buying a rental property is a serious transaction with significant financial responsibility.  That’s why before signing on the dotted lines, it makes sense to do all you can to get the best possible deal.   So, how do you make sure you get the most value for your money? Well, for starters, have the property inspected ...

Tax benefits can help you to cut down on your rental expenses by thousands of dollars each year. How much do you know about the tax benefits that are available to you? If you’ve been searching for ways to maximize your rental income, you’re in the right place. This article will show you how by exploring the tax ...

Investing in a multi-family property can be an exciting opportunity with promising returns. It offers unique advantages that aren’t possible through a single family home investment.But as with any other type of investment, it can be risky if you don’t know what you are doing. That’s why, in this article, you’ll le...

Buying an investment property can be a lucrative strategy for many people. It is for this reason that so many people are attracted to real estate investing.You’ve probably heard “location, location, location,” when it comes to buying an investment property. As cliché as it may sound, choosing the right location ca...

As a landlord, your lease or rental agreement is probably the most critical document you work with, so it needs to be spot-on.It’s not easy being a landlord in today’s rental market. Landlords must deal with a plethora of issues ranging from rent collection to property inspections and maintenance.As a landlord, you’ve wo...

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 lease or rental agreement requires a security deposit, in most cases. The security deposit is a lump sum of money paid upfront by tenants prior to them moving into a rental unit. For a landlord, collecting a security deposit from your tenants offers many benefits. They include:Help cover for unpaid utili...