Blog Author: Elly Johnson

Are you just getting started with owning rental properties in Southern California? One of the worse things you can do is use a standard lease agreement that you found online because, each state is different, and you cannot use a “one size fits all” approach when it comes to lease agreements. A standard lease agreement should only be your “starting point” for creating a …

By Utopia Management Do you have apartments for rent in Southern California and are searching for ways to make them more desirable to potential tenants? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will share with you our best San Diego Property Management tips for making your apartments for desirable. Tip #1 – Renew Your Focus on Curb Appeal There’s …

There’s no doubt that marijuana use has changed nationwide but what rights do landlords have when it comes to protecting themselves and their rental properties from tenants who may want to use marijuana? In this article, we will share with you our San Diego Property Management tips for protecting your rental property from marijuana use. Make Sure Your Lease Clearly States Smoking in All …

It doesn’t matter if they have one or more homes for rent in Southern California, every landlord has at one time made legal mistakes which were very costly. In this issue of our San Diego Property Management tips, we’re going to share with your common legal mistakes most landlords make and how to avoid them. Mistake #1 – Not Renting to Tenants Based on …

Did you just buy your first rental property and are finding that landscaping is a little more difficult to manage than you thought it would be? No problem! In this article, we will share with you tips you can use to make rental property landscaping easier to manage. Tip #1 – Consider Grass Alternatives Since the last drought, it’s not uncommon to see homes, …

By: Utopia Management 2018 is here and with a new year comes the responsibility of ensuring that your rental property is ready for another 12 months. If you’re concerned about maintenance of your rental property, but don’t know how to get started, this article will provide you with a 2018 rental property maintenance checklist. Check Your Furnace  Although we enjoy moderate temperatures for most …

By: Utopia Management Are you searching for San Diego Property Management tips? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will provide you with tips you can use for keeping your San Diego rental property safe in 2018. Tip #1 – Secure the Main Entrance to Your Rental Property It doesn’t matter if you own a single-family home, condo, or …

By Utopia Property Management Are you planning on selling your Las Vegas Rentals but are concerned about taking a tax hit? Thankfully, you can sell your rental properties without taking a tax hit by using a 1031 Exchange. What Is A 1031 Exchange? A 1031 Exchange gives you the ability to sell your rental/s in Las Vegas and buy similar assets while deferring the …

By Utopia Property Management LAS VEGAS, NV. – You just found out that your company has transferred you to the East Coast and now you must rent your home and are wondering if a Las Vegas Property Management company can help you to rent it. Yes, a property management company in Las Vegas can help you to rent your home and save you the …

By Utopia Property Management Are you wondering what’s in store for multifamily Glendale Rentals in 2018? Most economic analysts are predicting the multifamily rental market to remain strong, especially in Southern California, where supply still continues to lag behind demand, although there are many multifamily projects under construction. Class A Rentals Will Be Less in Demand Although many builders have eagerly built Class A …