Did you know that 44 million households in the United States rent their homes? In fact, these households opt for the convenience and flexibility of renting rather than owning. Renting allows individuals and families to find a suitable living space without the long-term commitment...
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Renting a property means moving into a new home. You might not own that home, but it’s still yours - from the time you move in until the time you move out. Most landlords and property managers will expect you to treat your home with respect and care. You’ll be asked t...
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If you’re not working with the best property manager in Pleasanton, California, you’re wasting time and money on missed opportunities.Any property manager can find you a tenant and collect rent. The real value is in expertise, resources, and knowledge. You’re lo...
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Let’s talk about California’s fair housing laws. It’s astonishing how easy it is for Pleasanton landlords to make mistakes when they’re advertising vacancies. First, we’ll talk to you about the actual law and some best practices around that law. Then...
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When someone rents a place to live, they usually have to pay a security deposit. This is something that protects your rentals, and it is important to understand how they work as a landlord. But did you know that only 41% of renters expect to get their security deposit back?Landlo...
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When residents have been approved for your property and they’re ready to move in, you’ll need to create and execute a lease agreement. The lease is a contract that states what the responsibilities are for the landlord and the residents, and what the expectations are f...
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While it might seem like some faceless corporation owns every rental property, the reality is a lot more complicated. While corporate owners are common, individual investors control a little over 70 percent of all rental units.Of course, owning a rental unit and being a good land...
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Let’s imagine you’re preparing to invest in a Pleasanton rental property. You’ll need to think about all the details that every investor in every part of the country has to think about: Will you earn enough rent? Will you find high quality residents willing to r...
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Reportedly, 78% of apartment buildings allow pets. But that doesn't mean that you have to do what all the other landlords are doing.There are a lot of ways that you can benefit from allowing pets in your rental properties. But allowing pets can also set you up for failure in ...
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Tenant turnover can cost anywhere from $1000 to $5000. These costs cover everything from cleaning a vacant apartment to marketing the property to secure a new tenant.What can you do to lower tenant turnover and lower expenses? It's time to start leasing to more reliable tenan...
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