Amenities can not only increase resident satisfaction and retention, but also make your rental property more attractive for potential renters. The addition of high-end upgrades provide extra convenience and benefit to your renters, and helping them feel more at home will help you keep occupancy rates high. The National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) recently conducted an exhaustive survey of renter preferences, collecting responses from …

Searching for a high-end management company in Los Angeles to professionally manage your single-family home, mansion, town-home or luxury apartment? If so, contact Utopia Property Management today by calling us at (800) 294-4656 or connect with us through our website. Choose the Right High-End Management Company Over the last 5 years, many companies have gotten into property management in Los Angeles to capitalize on …

Are you thinking about hiring an unlicensed roofing contractor to work on your Orange County Rentals? You’re not alone. Many owners have found themselves in the same predicament because of their finances, but the reality is that hiring an unlicensed roofing contractor is a bad decision, especially for these reasons: Reason #1 – The Unlicensed Roofing Contractor May Cut Corners Let’s face it, if …

By Mike Rossi: It is more common than you think for condominium owners to believe that their homeowner’s association insurance (HOA) covers them for “everything.”  This couldn’t be further from the truth. Each HOA is different and there are always variations as to what specifically an HOA is responsible for.  But generally speaking HOAs will cover the common areas and the building exteriors while …

It can seem difficult to keep track of all the new apps and technologies that make your life easier. Fortunately, there are a variety of technologies and apps available for your home that can help you manage your manner remotely. Whether you are looking for convenience, safety or are looking out for the planet, there are a variety of ways to automate your home …

Do you own a home for rent in San Jose, CA? If so, like most renters your tenant may spend a lot of time in the kitchen of that rental property. Thankfully, you can easily upgrade the kitchen in your rental property by following these simple tips:  Paint Those Kitchen Cabinets White   Are those kitchen cabinets looking like they’ve seen better days? If so, …

Whether you have purchased your own home or an investment rental property, every dollar counts. As utility bills get higher in the cold winter and in the heat of summer, these extra expenses leave everyone wondering what they can do to get these expenses down. This infographic titled “11 Ways to Amp up Your Home’s ROI” may seem like costly decision, but as shown, …

Nestled within Coachella Valley in the Colorado Desert, Palm Springs is a popular resort city in Riverside County, California. A desirable retirement location as well as winter tourist destination, the population in Palm Springs is about 44,575, but the number of residents triples between November and March. Over 10% of the city’s land is designated as part of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla …

Fresno is the 5th most populated city in California, with a total population of over 550,000 residents. Sitting in the center of San Joaquin Valley, about 2 hours from the West Coast, Fresno is named after the abundance of ash trees lining the San Joaquin River. Niche rates Fresno as #41 of the most diverse cities in the nation. The city is well known …