The Best Way to Collect Rent: A Guide for Landlords

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Did you know that landlords should try to avoid cash, credit cards, and personal checks as ways to pay rent? Even though these methods have been used in the past, they have downsides and risks. Accepting payment this way could make collecting rent harder and less safe.As a landlo...

Saving Money and Time: Cost-Effective Maintenance Practices for Landlords in the Tri-Valley

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Maintenance costs are higher these days. This is likely not news to you; if you’ve made even a simple repair recently, you know that the costs have risen on everything from labor to materials to supplies. The best way to avoid these high maintenance costs is this: avoid mai...

A Pleasanton Landlord’s Guide to Screening Tricky Tenant Applications

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, June 14, 2023

When you’re screening tenants, the most important thing to be thinking about is fair housing compliance. Of course you want to think about whether they’re qualified. And, yes, you’re trying to determine whether your applicants can be relied upon to pay rent on t...

Clearing Up the Confusion: A Pleasanton Tenant's Guide to Ending a Lease Early

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Perhaps something has changed in your life unexpectedly, and you need to move out of your rental property early. What does this mean for you, and what responsibilities do you have to your landlord or property manager?It’s a misconception among some Pleasanton residents that...

How to Get a Tenant to Renew Their Lease

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, June 13, 2023

The tenant turnover rate for 2021 was at a record low for the decade at 15.6%, however, this was mainly due to state laws that paused evictions during the pandemic.Now that people are recovering financially, if you have a good tenant then you really should try to keep at your pro...

4 Clauses You Must Include in Your Lease Agreement

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, June 6, 2023

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...

What Do Landlords Mean by "Leaving A Property in Move-in Good Condition"?

By Russ Cowley Friday, June 2, 2023

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...

Are You Working with The Best Property Manager in Pleasanton, CA?

By Russ Cowley Friday, June 2, 2023

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...

CA Fair Housing: Mistakes Pleasanton Landlords Make in Advertising Vacancies

By Russ Cowley Friday, June 2, 2023

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...

What Do Landlords Need to Know About Security Deposits?

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, May 30, 2023

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...

Property Management Blog

The Best Way to Collect Rent: A Guide for Landlords

Saving Money and Time: Cost-Effective Maintenance Practices for Landlords in the Tri-Valley

A Pleasanton Landlord’s Guide to Screening Tricky Tenant Applications

Clearing Up the Confusion: A Pleasanton Tenant's Guide to Ending a Lease Early

How to Get a Tenant to Renew Their Lease

4 Clauses You Must Include in Your Lease Agreement

What Do Landlords Mean by "Leaving A Property in Move-in Good Condition"?

Are You Working with The Best Property Manager in Pleasanton, CA?

CA Fair Housing: Mistakes Pleasanton Landlords Make in Advertising Vacancies

What Do Landlords Need to Know About Security Deposits?

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