Are you planning on making renovations to your rental property and are wondering which improvements will really pay off? In this article, we will share with you some rental property renovations you should consider that will make your rental more appealing to potential renters. Update Appliances Although the ancient dishwasher and other old appliances in your rental property may still work, the reality is …

Renting a home does not preclude you from adding your own unique style and making it feel like your own. There are plenty of renter-friendly upgrades you can make to a home that add warmth and personality while ensuring your security deposit remains intact. Paint One of the most obvious but often overlooked upgrades you can make to your rental home is to paint …

A landlord and property manager in California is facing legal repercussions for breaking rent control laws set forth by the legislature before the COVID pandemic. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Tenant Protection Act, a rent control law in 2019 that protected tenants from excessive rent hikes and arbitrary or unwarranted evictions. Authored by Assembly member David Chiu, the act limited rent increases to …

With rent skyrocketing nationwide in recent years, many people are looking for more affordable areas for their next rental. Finding affordable housing can be a challenge, but new trends in Bellingham, WA are showing some hope for renters in the city. In October 2022, rental costs in Bellingham’s ZIP code area 98225 actually decreased from $1,850 to $1,600 according to RentHub. While this is …

By Utopia Management One common thing that every landlord will see in the coming years is more elderly tenants renting than ever before. This is occurring because people are living longer. Many elderly people who were once homeowners want to cash out of their homes and no longer be burdened by the responsibility of homeownership as they age. If you’ve been getting more rental …

If you’re looking to make a return on a real estate investment, flipping and renting are two ways to do so. It can be difficult to determine whether you should flip a property or hold on to it and rent it out; there is not always a clear answer. The best method depends on your individual situation, your available resources, your overall goals, and …

Are you searching for a rental property in San Diego or elsewhere in the United States? If so, one important thing that you should know is that in most IT markets like Sorrento Valley, Silicon Valley, Seattle or Austin Texas have higher than normal rents while wages in these locations are stagnating.   What to Expect When Renting in A–Tech Market  In San Jose and other tech markets across the United States, the …

After the holidays everyone feels those winter blues. From the time change, to the sun setting earlier than normal, to being around family (we love) but can be a little hectic at times. It’s almost like we have to play catch up with a daily routine and getting back into the groove of things. We’ve spent countless hours making sure we had the right …

By Utopia Property Management Are you searching for Riverside Property Management tips? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this blog post, we will cover the often-problematic issue of which reasons an owner should use for raising the rent at their Riverside rental property. Reason #1 – You Want to Keep Up with The Rest of The Local Rental Market If you’re …