Blog Author: Elly Johnson

Most tenants expect a reasonable amount of quiet from their home, and noise complaints are one of the most common issues brought to landlords. If you’ve rented your property to noisy tenants, you could be notified in a number of ways. Whether from another tenant, through email, or as a formal citation from the local authorities, nuisance complaints can add up and eventually result …

Securing a deposit for your rental property will to help protect against specific cases of a tenant’s lease violation. A security deposit can be used by the landlord to cover certain instances of damage done to the property, for cleaning it back to its condition prior to rental (if the property is left with excessive filth), to replace keys, or to cover back rent …

by: Clement Clarke Moore ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and …

The city of Sacramento is home to a wealth of culture and history, from the world-famous skyline and Tower Bridge, to the State Capitol and plenty of beautiful parks. The area is walkable and beautiful with its tree-lined streets; however, it is also very expensive, loud, and crowded! Whether working in the city or just wanting to be close to it, there are still …

San Francisco is one of California’s largest cities, and a hot spot for tourism. Whether traveling on a budget or just looking for some fun and free things to do in San Francisco, here are five of the top-rated activities with free entry: Walk Through Historic Chinatown San Francisco’s Chinatown is one of the area’s most visited neighborhoods; it is home to one of …

When purchasing a rental property, there are many factors to consider to ensure you are getting the best returns on your investment. Beyond the obvious costs of the property itself, closing costs, mortgage and insurance, there are many additional fees and costs that can surprise you if you aren’t prepared.    Some important factors to consider and keep in mind as you search for your …

Screening potential renters. Completing a thorough tenant screening is complicated and time-consuming, but it is an essential process in selecting a tenant who is a good fit, and to maximizing your returns as well as your overall experience as a landlord. Selecting the right tenant means less chance that they will leave your rental property destroyed when vacating (saving repair costs and time the …

Your tenants consider many factors when deciding whether to renew; keeping your tenants happy and showing them, they are cared for, can provide the added value to your rental property that will make them want to stay. Holding an event for your tenants can mean doing anything from sending a small token of appreciation to them directly, to having monthly community parties. From a …

Common Tax Deductions for Rental Properties  Yearly property taxes for your rental property can easily be one of your largest expenses, but a good number of the costs associated with the property can be written off as deductions. Keeping receipts and documentation for these costs will not only cover you with the IRS, but will make it easier to calculate totals at the end …

Has your tenant stopped paying their rent? If so, as the top real estate management company in California we can tell you that there is a system that you need to follow when your tenant stops paying their rent.  The system that you should follow includes these steps:  Step #1 – Contact the Tenant   Let’s say that you’ve had a good relationship with your tenant in the past, if …