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America is a nation of pet lovers. As a matter of fact, 72% of renters, according to the Humane Society of the United States, have pets. Pet owners see their pets as part of the family. Among other things, pets provide love, company, and emotional support. As such, it isn’t surprising that tenants with pets will exclusively loo...

Thinking about converting your San Diego home into a rental property? Well, you’ve come to the right place!There are numerous elements to keep in mind when you’re ready to make the leap into the rental ownership business. It takes a great deal of research to know what to do to give your property a running start on the rental m...

Are you thinking of buying a vacation rental property in San Diego, California? San Diego vacation rentals come with a long list of considerations in order to make your investment a success. You have to factor in cost, amenities, location, and even your own capabilities. However, when it’s done right, vacation rental ownership ...

How much should a landlord expect to spend keeping their home maintained? It's a common question and there are some rules of thumb and considerations that owners of rental properties can keep in mind when setting aside reserves to handle unexpected repairs.As a property owner, it can be impossible to predict what maintenance your...

Historically, the term “spring cleaning” is linked to Persian New Year. It falls on the first day of spring ,and part of the preparation to celebrate the event is to thoroughly clean the home. This annual heavy duty cleaning of one’s house is widely practiced by different cultures, especially in countries with cold ...

Owning rental properties is generally seen as a strong investment choice. However, there are some concerns that prospective property owners have that can prevent them from entering the market. What happens if a tenant stops paying rent and defaults on their lease agreement? The idea of something like this happening and the headaches ...

On a recent episode of the Property Management Brainstorm Podcast, North County Property Group's Bob Preston spoke with Niv Davidovich—Managing Partner at Davidovich/Stein Law Group—to discuss landlord/tenant law, eviction law, and squatters rights in the age of COVID-19.One of the main areas of risk when it comes to prope...

As a landlord, your tenants may experience roof issues that require you to decide whether to replace the entire roof or make minor repairs. Both options have their pros and cons depending on the severity, time of year, and location of your home, as Resilient Roofing explains.Knowing which option is best for you can save you money dow...

Showing an empty rental unit is less of a hassle than showing one with tenants in it. When your unit doesn’t have tenants, you don’t have to worry about fitting anyone else’s schedule. You also don’t have to worry about how the house will appear to prospects. You’ll be able to count on it being just as y...

In California, there are landlord rights and responsibilities to follow.In this post, we will focus on landlord responsibilities. All landlords have a lot of responsibilities when it comes to renting their investment properties, working with their tenants, and keeping the property well maintained. We've created our Top List of 8 Criti...