Posts Filed Under Landlord & Property Management

To eliminate mold permanently, start by addressing the source of moisture, such as leaks or poor ventilation, since mold thrives in damp environments. Combine thorough cleaning with preventive measures like dehumidifiers and regular inspections to keep mold from returning.

There are many great reasons to become real estate investors. It gives you the opportunity to earn passive income. It builds a path to future wealth. It also offers an opportunity to independence from the typical day to day work week. Obtaining all three of these as a real estate investor takes time and a ..Read More

Updated 6/25/24 When you first become a landlord, you often don’t think about tenants asking for rent reduction. A huge factor in being  a successful landlord is making sure both parties are satisfied with the rental agreement. What happens when the tenant is dissatisfied with how much you charge for rent? If this has never ..Read More

As a landlord or property manager, one of the most effective ways to maintain a stable rental income and reduce turnover costs is by encouraging tenants to renew their leases.

Wouldn’t it be nice if you can create an ad in the platform of your choice that read a little something like this: “I am a nice landlord who is looking for a great tenant who wants to live on my property for a very long time, give no fuss and who will pay their ..Read More

As the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the lives of millions, landlords and property managers are stuck in a constant struggle to keep up with local, municipal, state and federal changes in regulation. We understand that as a landlord, you can feel overwhelmed with trying to follow the recent Coronavirus guidelines put in ..Read More

Governor Gavin Newsom released an executive order on 3/16/20 that would allow local government authorities to suspend evictions. This executive order would also delay the eviction of homeowners and defend against utility shutdowns during the emergency issues related to COVID-19. The order was created as COVID-19 continues to impact Californians by reduction of labor hours ..Read More

One of the most crucial and difficult jobs every landlord faces is finding good contractors – and for smaller jobs under $500 for labor, good handymen. Anyone who has been a landlord for any amount of time has had the experience of contacting six contractors out of the phone book or off the internet, getting ..Read More

Updated 8/19/24 Maintaining accurate financial records is crucial for the success of any rental property business. One of the most important tools a landlord can utilize is the rent ledger. This document provides a clear and organized record of all rent payments and related financial transactions for each rental unit. In this article, we’ll explore ..Read More

If you own rental properties in LA City and are under the L.A. Rent Stabilization Ordinance then you should have already paid the registration fee for each one of your units at $24.51 (which was due on February 29, 2017).  But did you know that by serving a 30 day notice you are able to ..Read More